DENTAL DAM OSCE Flashcards
1
Q
what is a dental dam?
A
a protective sheet with hole(s) in it that is placed over teeth/working area
2
Q
what are the reasons for placement of a dental dam?
A
- isolation
- moisture control
- protection of patient airway
- bacterial control
3
Q
You are going to place a dental dam on a patient, what equipment do you gather before you start?
A
- rubber dam
- clamps/rubber floss wedgets
- dental floss
- dam punch
- a frame
4
Q
what are the disadvantages of using a dental dam?
A
- time consuming
- patient may find it uncomfortable
- clamp platement may require LA
