The ostomy barrier is often called a flange, wafer, device, or appliance. An ostomy barrier sticks to the skin around your stoma by using adhesive. The skin around your stoma is called your "peristomal skin" and surrounds your stoma.

ConvaTec Moldable Technology ™ skin barriers provided a personalized, custom fit around the stoma to help protect the peristomal skin. They require no cutting or guess work making them very easy to use. Available in flat and convex skin barrier. Convex is good for …

FAQs About Ostomy Wafers. What is the difference between a wafer and a flange in ostomy care? The terms “wafer” and “flange” are often used interchangeably. Both refer to the baseplate that adheres to the skin and connects to an ostomy pouch. How do I …

The Natura™ Accordion Flange makes pouch application much easier and more comfortable - while delivering the proven skin protection of Moldable Technology.

The flange (also known as a face plate, wafer, or skin barrier) is what secures the pouch to the abdominal wall. The flange adheres to the skin around the stoma and protects the skin from irritation from the stool output. Ideally, your appliance will remain attached to your abdomen for approximately 3-7 days (known as your wear time).

Ostomy flanges, also called wafers or baseplates, connect the ostomy pouch to the skin barrier. A good flange needs to stick well, protect your skin, and shape to your body. CeraPlus Flat Cut-to-Fit Barrier works with New Image two-piece ostomy systems.

Comfort – flange lifts easily providing generous finger room for pouch attachment with minimal pressure. Designed for tender abdomens or for everyday comfort. Discretion – once applied, low profile flange is flexible and conforms to body contours. Available with Stomahesive™ and Durahesive™ adhesive options.

Our name brand ostomy skin barriers with flange provide superior anatomical fit and effective odor filtering. The flange is the plastic ring on both the barrier and the pouch of a two-piece system, and it is used to connect the pouch to the barrier.

Secure and protect with our Flanges & Skin Barriers from trusted brands like CONVATEC and HOLLISTER. Find your perfect fit for comfort and confidence. A flange is the plastic ring in a two-piece ostomy system that connects the skin barrier and pouch.

Mar 21, 2025 · Ostomy wafers, also known as flanges or baseplates, are plastic rings used to connect the pouch system and the skin barrier. Their main job is to hold the pouch in place so naturally, you will want to make sure you choose the best …