The BurnTec® Face Mask from North American Rescue is an FDA-cleared, CE-marked hydrogel burn dressing specifically contoured for facial burn injuries. Available in 12"×16" and 16"×24" sizes, it delivers up to 24 hours of cooling pain relief while remaining impermeable to bacteria and transparent enough for wound assessment without removal. The same proven BurnTec® hydrogel technology — now shaped for the most sensitive burn anatomy.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue (NAR) — distributed as BurnTec® |
| Regulatory Status | FDA cleared; CE marked |
| Available Sizes | 12"×16" and 16"×24" |
| Packaged — 12"×16" | 14.8" × 6.9" × 1"; Weight: 19.4 oz |
| Packaged — 16"×24" | 9.6" × 18.9" × 1"; Weight: 38.8 oz |
| Dressing Type | Stable-sheeting hydrogel, electron beam cross-linked, medical-quality non-woven fabric backing |
| Cooling Duration | Up to 24 hours |
| Bacteria Permeability | Impermeable to bacteria; permeable to water vapor and oxygen |
| Visibility | Transparent/translucent — wound can be assessed without dressing removal |
| Biocompatibility | Biocompatible; hypoallergenic; non-toxic |
| HCPCS Code | A6244 |
Product Overview
Facial burns represent some of the most clinically complex and psychologically significant injuries in trauma care. The face is highly vascularized, the skin is thinner than elsewhere on the body, and proximity to the airway means that facial burns carry immediate life safety implications beyond tissue damage alone. The BurnTec® Face Mask is designed specifically for this anatomy — providing the same proven hydrogel burn management technology as the standard BurnTec® dressing line, formatted for facial coverage.
The face mask dressing is constructed from BurnTec's signature stable-sheeting hydrogel matrix reinforced with medical-quality non-woven fabric. This construction ensures the cooling gel remains in contact with facial burn surfaces even during patient packaging, transport, and repositioning — critical for pre-hospital scenarios where patients cannot remain stationary. The gel remains stable over curved facial anatomy without slipping or draining, maintaining continuous wound management for up to 24 hours.
A key clinical advantage of the BurnTec® Face Mask is its transparency: the hydrogel dressing allows providers to visually assess the wound through the dressing without removing it. This enables ongoing burn depth assessment, airway monitoring, and neurological observation without compromising the wound environment. FDA clearance and CE marking confirm its evidence base, and its biocompatible, hypoallergenic formulation ensures safe use across all patient populations including pediatric cases.
Clinical Applications
- Facial burns from thermal, chemical, and electrical sources
- Flash burns and blast-related facial injuries
- Scalp burns with extension to the face
- Pre-hospital facial burn packaging for transport to burn center
- Neck burns and large-area upper body burn coverage (16"×24" size)
- Mass casualty triage where rapid, consistent burn coverage is needed
Size Selection
| Size | Best For | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 12" × 16" | Standard adult facial coverage, most face and forehead burns | 19.4 oz |
| 16" × 24" | Extended facial/neck burns, large-area head burns, or staging coverage | 38.8 oz |
The BurnTec® Face Mask is included in the BurnTec Burn Dressing Kit alongside 10 other dressing sizes. For complete burn care system coverage, explore the full MED-TAC emergency burn care collection. Complement with bandages and dressings for comprehensive trauma management.
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Available Options:
- 12"x16"
- 16"x24"
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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