When placing the dental dam clamp the correct order is?
Select the correct clamp and ligate. For Posterior Isolation, Always go one tooth distal to the tooth (teeth) being treated and extend to the midline. Anterior Isolation include pre-molar to pre-molar. Position the clamp over the tooth with the lingual jaws of the clamp first, then the facial jaws.
How do you use a dental dam clamp?
The wingless clamp tends to be put on the tooth first and then the dam sheet is stretched over the clamp in the mouth. The winged clamp tends to be put into the hole in the dental dam first (outside of the mouth) and then positioned onto the tooth altogether.
When placing a rubber dam clamp What is important?
Clamp Placement: When approaching the patient the clamp should be held firmly in the forceps with one hand, and the floss held in the other hand. When seating the clamp onto the tooth adequate visualization is essential.
What is a dental clamp?
The dental dam is anchored around the crown of the tooth using a metal clamp to seal and secure the rubber dam sheet to the tooth or teeth that are receiving treatment during the dental procedure. The clamps come in a variety of shapes and sizes which suit the anatomy of the different teeth in the mouth.
What does it mean when a dental dam clamp has a W next to the number?
There are two types of clamps: winged and wingless. Winged clamps have projections at the jaws, while wingless do not. A wingless clamp is designated by a “W” which precedes its number. An “A” following the number identifies a clamp with subgingival jaws.
What makes our rubber dam clamps so strong?
We design all of our rubber dam clamps with precise tension, so you can stretch the clamp around the right teeth. The tempered stainless steel construction provides maximum strength, and the clamps will retain their shape while holding down rubber dam. Winged and wingless rubber dam clamps are also autoclavable.
What is a dam clamp used for in dentistry?
During dental restorations, rubber dam clamps are used to isolate the restorative site from the rest of the mouth. They help prevent saliva and blood from interfering with dental work, keep the patient’s mouth open to improve visibility and ensure instruments are not inhaled and do not damage the mouth.
Why choose prodent USA for your dam clamps?
The tempered stainless steel construction provides maximum strength, and the clamps will retain their shape while holding down rubber dam. Winged and wingless rubber dam clamps are also autoclavable. When you order from ProDentUSA, you can trust our commitment to maximum comfort and efficiency.
What are the different types of dam clamps?
This is a general rule and should be considered for quadrant dentistry. The B1,B2,B3 wingless rubber dam clamps are used for prepped molars, partially erupted molars or small molars. Consider using some of the clamps if you need to deliver a posterior ceramic restoration & require adequate isolation.