dental dam, matrices & topical anesthetic Flashcards
1
Q
purpose of a dental dam
A
controls moisture
2
Q
a dental dam provides a barrier between
A
patient and operator
3
Q
contraindications of dental dams
A
secondary herpes, asthma, cracks or blisters on the vermillion border, claustrophobia
4
Q
a plastic u-shaped frame is placed
A
under the dental dam
5
Q
why is vaseline contraindicated alongside the use of dental dams
A
interferes with setting of some materials and breaks down latex
