Gotham Gadgets for Petite Peachy: Pediatrician-Preferred Braun ThermoScan® Ear Thermometer Accuracy Parents Can Trust

Parents want to trust their ear thermometer, and now they can.  Ear thermometer measurements are preferred by parents because they are gentle, easy and fast.  However, most ear thermometer measurements vary between readings, leading to a misconception that ear thermometers are not accurate. 

The good news for moms and dads is…not all ear thermometers are made alike.  With Braun’s patented technology and positioning Guidance system, moms can now trust their ear thermometer to give an accurate reading each and every time! We have tested this at Whom You Know and find it to be in keeping with what the regular under the tongue thermometer does, and this is so much easier to use.

The Braun ThermoScan Ear Thermometer is used by more pediatricians in the U.S. than any other brand, according to a recent national survey.¹  Proven more accurate than rectal² and temple³ measurements, this advanced thermometer is perfect for first-time parents, and it makes a great baby shower gift.  The Braun ThermoScan Ear Thermometer is not only used by most pediatricians, but also by more moms than any other ear thermometer.⁴  In fact, 93%⁵ of moms consider thermometers a “must-have” for the nursery.

Why measure in the ear?  The eardrum shares the blood supply with the temperature control center in the brain.  Because of its proximity, changes in body temperature are reflected sooner in the ear than at any other part of the body.  Braun ThermoScan measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissues.  It’s also more accurate than forehead (temporal artery) skin measurements because once a fever strikes, the skin gives off a cooling effect that can cause a forehead reading to miss a fever.

Features

§Braun ThermoScan is used by most pediatricians - so moms know it’s the best

§Braun’s exclusive patented technology offers unparalled accuracy through a pre-warmed tip that minimizes the cooling effect from the introduction of a cold sensor in the ear

§The Guidance system ensures proper placement in the ear to avoid any misreads

§Multiple memory function lets mom easily monitor the progress of a fever, which can also be important when communicating with your doctor.

§Includes disposable lens filters, which should be changed after each use to reduce the transmission of germs

§Can be used from birth and up

Price & Availability

The Braun ThermoScan Ear Thermometer (IRT4520) has an SRP of $39.99 - $49.99 and is available at major retailers, drug chains and baby stores nationwide.  Comes complete with a protective storage case, 2 AA batteries and 21 disposable lens filters.  Additional Braun ThermoScan Lens Filters (LF40) are available in the same stores nationwide and come 40 per box. 

For more information visit: kaz.com/braun or braun.com

1. Based on a survey of pediatricians in the United States.  2009, March.  Arendt Consulting.  Pediatrician Thermometer Claims Substantiation.   

2. Measurements in detecting temperature changes

3. Nimah M et al; “Evaluation of infrared tympanic thermometry…”’ Pediatric Critical Care Med 2006; 7(1):48-55.

4. Based on syndicated ear and temple thermometer data. 

5. Quantitative online study, Summer 2006

The Thermoscan Ear Thermometer is manufactured by Kaz, Inc. under a license to the ‘Braun’ trademark.  ‘Braun’ is a registered trademark of Braun GmbH, Kronberg, Germany.