Aviquímica markets a range of products for oral hygiene produced by the American supplier SAGE PRODUCTS INC. (www.sageproducts.com). The sanitizing of the mouths of patients who are totally or partially dependent on others is imperative and a determinant factor in the prevention of nosocomial respiratory infection (HCAI – Healthcare Associated Infections). The sponges, with and without aspiration, are indicated and recommended for the performance of oropharyngeal care by Nurses, allowing for the removal of secretion and “plaques” of secretions in patients with an altered state of consciousness, reduced mobility, ineffective cough and inability to eliminate secretions from the mouth cavity.