{"product_id":"smith-nephew-allevyn-gentle-border-lite-5x5cm","title":"Smith and Nephew ALLEVYN GENTLE BORDER LITE 5cm x 5cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"allevyn-gentle-border-lite-5x5cm\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Nephew ALLEVYN GENTLE BORDER LITE 5cm x 5cm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect fragile skin and support effective wound healing with \u003cstrong\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Nephew ALLEVYN™ GENTLE BORDER LITE 5cm x 5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e — a thin, conformable \u003cstrong\u003esilicone foam dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for gentle adhesion, comfort, and reliable management of \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate exudate\u003c\/strong\u003e. This compact 5cm x 5cm size is ideal for smaller wounds, awkward anatomical areas, and everyday clinical wound care. \u003ca href=\"#benefits\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose ALLEVYN™ GENTLE BORDER LITE 5cm x 5cm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle silicone adhesion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to minimise pain and trauma on removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin \u0026amp; discreet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-profile design for comfortable wear under clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam absorbency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports low to moderate exudate management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConformable fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps the dressing sit securely on curved or mobile areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBordered convenience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in adhesive border helps reduce the need for extra fixation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eSuitable for use according to clinical guidelines and the product Instructions for Use (IFU).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smith \u0026amp; Nephew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e ALLEVYN™ GENTLE BORDER LITE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5cm x 5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressing Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin silicone foam dressing with adhesive border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExudate Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle adhesion for fragile or sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e5cm x 5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e size is a practical option for small wounds and is commonly used in clinics, aged care, community nursing, and hospital settings where a discreet foam dressing is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"indications\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Clinical Uses (As Appropriate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperficial wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin tears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor surgical wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall pressure injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection of fragile or at-risk skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor abrasions and grazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eDressing selection should always be based on wound assessment, exudate level, and clinical judgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"application\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleanse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare the wound and surrounding skin according to protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry surrounding skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure periwound skin is clean and dry before application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove release film and position the dressing centrally over the wound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth the border:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press down gently to secure without stretching the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Change frequency depends on exudate level and clinical assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eAlways refer to the official Instructions for Use (IFU) for wear time guidance and change intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faqs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFAQs – ALLEVYN™ GENTLE BORDER LITE 5cm x 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “GENTLE BORDER” mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gentle Border” typically refers to a dressing that includes a soft silicone adhesive border, designed to help the dressing stay in place while reducing pain and skin trauma during removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “LITE” indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“LITE” indicates a thinner foam dressing option, generally used for wounds with \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate exudate\u003c\/strong\u003e where a less bulky dressing is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 5cm x 5cm size suitable for small wounds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 5cm x 5cm size is commonly selected for smaller wound sites, including skin tears and minor post-operative wounds, especially where a compact, discreet dressing is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should it be changed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear time depends on wound condition and exudate level. 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