rubber dam
Inflatable water barrier
A rubber dam is a thin sheet of latex or silicone used in dentistry to isolate one or more teeth during procedures.
It stretches over a frame and fits around the teeth being worked on, keeping them dry and protecting the mouth from debris, chemicals, or small instruments: The dentist placed a rubber dam before starting the root canal.
Also called a dental dam.
- dentalRelating to teeth
- isolationComplete separation from others
- latexMilky plant-derived polymer
- latex allergyAdverse reaction to rubber
- clampDevice for holding tight
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