If you wear a prosthetic liner, you already know it’s the unsung hero of your everyday comfort. And like most heroes, it’s got a weakness. That weakness? Smell.
Let’s break it down.
Most modern prosthetic liners are made from silicone, and for good reason:
- Comfort: Silicone molds to the body like a second skin. It’s soft, flexible, and distributes pressure evenly.
- Durability: Unlike gels or foams that break down over time, silicone is built to handle daily wear.
- Skin-Friendly: Hypoallergenic and non-reactive, silicone is far less likely to cause irritation than many other materials.
In short, silicone liners are the gold standard. But here’s the catch…
Why Silicone Loves to Hold Onto Smells
Silicone may be strong, but it’s not invincible. Think of it like a sponge in disguise. Its surface has microscopic pores that trap sweat, skin oils, and bacteria. Over time, that creates the odors you’d rather not share with the world.
No matter how much scrubbing you do with soap and water, some of those tiny odor-causing culprits remain hidden deep in the liner. That’s why even “freshly washed” liners can sometimes smell…not so fresh.
Enter Ozone: The Perfect Partner
Here’s where ROSS comes in. We designed ROSS with ozone because:
- Ozone is a powerful sanitizer: It neutralizes bacteria and odor molecules at a microscopic level, where soap can’t reach.
- Safe for silicone: Ozone does its job without degrading the liner material. Silicone and ozone get along beautifully.
- No harsh chemicals: Ozone reverts back to oxygen after doing its work, leaving no residues behind. There might be a lingering ‘blue’ smell, but that will dissipate too.
In other words, ozone tackles odor, the one thing silicone struggles, while treating the liner with the care it deserves.
A Match Made in Heaven
Silicone gives you comfort and durability. Ozone gives you hygiene and freshness. Together, they’re like coffee and cream, but for prosthetic care. With ROSS, you can keep your silicone liner as clean and fresh as the day you first slipped it on.
Because your liner should support you, not announce itself to the room.
P.S. Did you know?
Scientific studies confirm that medical‑grade silicone can develop microscopic pores, which trap sweat, oils, and odor‑causing bacteria, even after regular cleaning. This is why traditional soap and water aren’t enough, and why ROSS’s ozone technology is such a game‑changer.
- Controlling the porosity and density of silicone rubber prosthetic materials — Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
- Microbial growth and adhesion in silicone foams — PMC
Because when it comes to your prosthetic liner, clean should mean truly clean.