Dental dams

A dental dam is a thin, flexible sheet usually made of latex or silicone used by dental professionals during procedures. It acts as a barrier to isolate a specific tooth or area in the mouth, preventing saliva and bacteria from contaminating the treatment site. This enhances safety, improves the quality of dental work, and can make procedures more comfortable for the patient by reducing the risk of infection. Dental dams are commonly used in procedures like root canals, cavity fillings, or during certain types of dental restorations.