Protecting Patients’ Eyes During a Dental Exam

5 Things Your Protective Eyewear for Patients Must Include

A lot goes on during a regular teeth cleaning appointment, and it’s not uncommon for splashes of debris to occur. But it is also about patient comfort, particularly from the bright exam lights in the room. In this article we’ll delve more into why protecting patients' eyes during a dental exam is extremely important and the best way to protect their eyes.

The Importance of Protecting a Patient’s Eyes

Dental procedures often involve the use of high-speed instruments that generate splatter. Debris and fluids can splash into the eyes, both of which can carry infectious agents. This can lead to eye damage and/or eye infections. Further, curing lights emit UV light and the bright exam lights can cause discomfort and/or damage to the eyes of the patients. So offering protective eyewear to your patients during a dental procedure is not only about their comfort, but about their safety and health!

Protective Eyewear that Provides Safety and Comfort

Protective eyewear with dark lenses can help protect against bright lights and debris from the procedure. These glasses should:

  • Be Hygienic
  • Be Shatterproof
  • Offer UV Filtering
  • Offer Side Protection
  • Be Comfortable

Remember, for optimum safety, protective eyewear should be the first thing on in the exam room and the last thing off!

Rollens is the Perfect Solution

Rollens offers the largest selling wrap-a-round protective lens in the medical market. Our lightweight design is both easy to use and attractive. The unique grip-flex design and contoured shape gently holds the lens close to the face, offering significantly better protection than other options. It also means that our protective lenses are universal and one-size fits all. So whether your patients are a small child or an adult male, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing your patient’s eyes are protected. 

Because these lenses are single-use, they are hygienic and patients can take them home! This also means less time sanitizing the exam room by your staff, making it an economical solution. 

Rollens Platinum and Gold Amber options provide protection from bright exam lights and curing lights and Foam options provide additional comfort for longer exams and procedures. 

If you are looking for an environmentally-friendly option, try EcoLens Gray! The EcoLens offers the same level of protection as our Platinum Gray lenses, but are made with 46% plant-based materials and renewable biodegradable ingredients. This sustainable option offers your patients sanitary, safe eye protection.

If you can’t decide which Rollens option is right for your practice, try our popular Rollens Dental Bundle.  


Rollens has so many benefits that we can’t list them all here. So be sure to check out more of why you will love Rollens. Rollens has been a leader in protecting the eyes of dental and eye care patients around the world. Based in Colorado, our company is proudly veteran-owned and made in America! Shop Rollens today or contact us for additional questions!

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