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Rubber Dam (Raincoat)

Category: Pediatric | Difficulty: Basic | Priority: Nice-to-know

Clinical Definition

Sheet of latex or non-latex material used to isolate teeth from the oral environment during treatment.

Patient-Friendly

A tiny 'raincoat' that covers the other teeth and keeps the tooth dry while the dentist works.

Related Terms

[[isolation; rubber dam; raincoat]]

Notes

Common child-friendly term is 'raincoat for your tooth.'

Audience

๐Ÿ—‚ Front Desk ๐Ÿ‘ถ Pediatric