Silicones are known for their feel-enhancing effects and lubricity. Silicones provide effective lubrication solutions for many medical device applications by:
- Spontaneously spreading out in thin films
- Reducing the coefficient of friction, insertion force, and machine-ability
- Minimizing break-loose and extrusion forces
- Alleviating any discomfort a patient may experience during insertion and removal of a device
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