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What is the primary purpose of using a dental dam?
What is the primary purpose of using a dental dam?
- To protect the cheeks, lips, and tongue during dental work
- To prevent aspiration or swallowing of debris and foreign objects (correct)
- To provide better access and visibility during operative procedures
- To improve time efficiency during dental procedures
When is the dental dam regularly placed?
When is the dental dam regularly placed?
- Before the local anesthetic is administered
- During the initial examination of the oral cavity
- After the local anesthetic has been administered (correct)
- At the end of the dental procedure
What is one advantage of using a dental dam during operative procedures?
What is one advantage of using a dental dam during operative procedures?
- Increased access and visibility (correct)
- Reduced need for local anesthetic
- Enhanced patient comfort
- Improved taste and smell perception
How does the use of a dental dam contribute to improved time efficiency?
How does the use of a dental dam contribute to improved time efficiency?
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What does the contrast between the color of the dental dam and the teeth provide?
What does the contrast between the color of the dental dam and the teeth provide?
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