DERMABOND^® Topical Skin Adhesive

DERMABOND^® Adhesive is a topical skin adhesive used by doctors to close wounds. It may not be appropriate for all wounds or skin surfaces such as eyes and mouth, or for people with certain skin sensitivities.

What is DERMABOND^® Adhesive?

DERMABOND^® Adhesive is a liquid bonding agent that holds many cuts, wounds, and incisions together as effectively as stitches do.^1,2 It′s the strong, flexible, needle-free wound closure choice that helps protect your work.

Exceptional wound protection

Not only does DERMABOND^® Adhesive provide a strong, fast hold, it's a layer of protection from the bacteria that may lead to infection.¹ Plus, DERMABOND^® Adhesive is waterproof, so patients can shower immediately.^1,5 Patients will know you’re using the best when they use the skin adhesive with the purple tint.

The comfort your patients want

Many people like DERMABOND^® because it comes off by itself as the wound heals, and there's no pain or discomfort from bandages and dressings, or from the removal of stitches or staples.^1,5

Easy on skin

Since there are no stitches, there are none of the discolorations or "track marks" that stitches can leave around wounds and incisions.³ DERMABOND^® is especially desirable for the sensitive skin on your face.^3,5 That's why so many surgeons prefer to use DERMABOND^® Adhesive.¹

References
1. Data on file. ETHICON, INC.
2. Shapiro AJ, Dinsmore RC, North JH. Tensile strength of wound closure with cyanoacrylate glue. Am Surg. 2001;67;1113-1115.
3. Toriumi DM, O′Grady K, Desai D, Bagal A. Use of octyl-2-cyanoacrylate for skin closure in facial plastic surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1998;102:2209-2219.
4. Branfield AS. Use of tissue adhesives in sport? A new application in international ice hockey. Br J Sports Med. 2004;38:95-9.
5. Maw JL Quinn JV .Cyanoacrylate tissue adhesives. Amer J Cosmetic Surg. 1997;14:413-416.

For clinical information about DERMABOND, view the information below.

SOUZA Abstract - Use of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate.pdf

SINGER Abstract - Comparison of Wound Bursting .pdf

SILVESTRI Abstract - Octyl-2 Cyanoacrylate for Skin Closure .pdf

HALL Abstract - Using DERMABOND for wound closure in lumbar .pdf

To view the DERMABOND^® Topical Skin Adhesive Application Techniques, click on the link below:

DERMABOND® Application Techniques

The following Web sites provide additional and related information about Dermabond.

www.dermabond.com