Rubber Dam
Why Rubber Dam in post Covid-19 times.
The use of rubber dams can significantly minimize the production of saliva- and blood-contaminated aerosol or spatter, particularly in cases when high-speed handpieces and dental ultrasonic devices are used. It has been reported that the use of rubber dam could significantly reduce airborne particles in ~3-foot diameter of the operational field by 70% (ASDC J. Dent. Child 56, 442–444, 1989).
When rubber dam is applied, extra high-volume suction for aerosol and spatter should be used during the procedures along with regular suction (J. Am. Dent. Assoc. (1939)135, 1292–1302, 2004). In this case, the implementation of a complete four-hand operation is also necessary.
Overview of course content.
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Armamentarium
Module 3: Preparation1
Module 4: Preparation2
Module 5: Clamps
Module 6: Types of isolation
Module 7: What clamps to buy
Module 8: Steps in isolation
Module 9: Clinical case
Module 10: Isolation video
Module 11: Additional content