This three hour hands-on seminar is intended for those who possess basic dental dam applications skills and wish to expand their usage of dam for more complicated isolations.  The program presents a brief review of simplified application techniques that expedite dam placement such as the winged and modified winged techniques.  Advanced techniques presented include guidelines to prevent dam leakage, clampless alternatives to retaining the dental dam, isolating structurally compromised teeth, and using dental dam with fixed bridges and laminate veneers. In addition, participants apply dental dam to typodonts utilizing some of the advanced techniques discussed in the program.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At conclusion of the program, participants should be able to:

• Describe and implement two techniques that expedite dental dam placement
• Recognize how to prevent dental dam leaks and how to remedy the problem
• List several options for retaining the dental dam
• Describe and implement at least two techniques for isolation of areas that include fixed bridges

Continuing Education Credits:  3.0 hours

Of Special Interest To:  Anyone who is interested in learning advanced rubber dam techniques

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