What is the dam?

The dam is an indispensable tool for endodontic success.

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It is a lightweight hypoallergenic pleasantly flavored rubber sheet that has several advantages:

  1. Ingestion or inhalation of the patient protection instruments, dental fragments, root canal cleaning liquids, irritants.
  2. Ability to work in a field completely decontaminated.
  3. Retraction and protection of soft tissue (gums, lips, cheeks, tongue).
  4. Better visibility of the work.
  5. Comfort for the patient who does not feel invaded her mouth with hands, tools and liquids.