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FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners
FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier, Andrew Bowen Designs  | International Design Awards Winners

FirstPlug® Screw Channel Barrier

CompanyAndrew Bowen Designs
Lead DesignersAndrew Bowen
Design TeamYi Tang
Project LocationSeattle, Washington USA
Client35Newtons
CreditsDr. Alexander Shor DMD. , Dr. Jim Janakievski DDS.
Prize(s)Bronze in Industrial And Life Science Design / Aids/Prosthetics
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Entry Description

With dental implant procedures dentists have the issue of later accessing the abutment screw. After a tooth is connected to the screw, it is capped with a filler which ends up clogging the screw head. Ad hoc remedies, such as plumber's tape, are often used as a barrier which leads to bacterial growth and infections. FirstPlug is biocompatible, bacteria impervious, expunges moisture, and is made in the USA. The dispenser design is airtight, allows one handed opening, prevents material fall back, includes finger recess, cutter, measuring strip, volume indicator, and is made from recyclable PP.

Bio

Andrew Bowen Designs is a full service design and engineering consultancy. Studio works aim to address real world problems, improve the human experience, and assist companies of all sizes to bring their dreams to life while making a greater impact. Our projects include a diverse array of consumer, medical, and professional products. We provide holistic design services including products, graphics, packaging, web, and more to create a cohesive user experience and brand identity.

Awards and Prize

2020, Winner of European Product Design Award
- Horizon: Seawater Particle Analyzer