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What is one of the advantages of using a properly placed rubber dam?
What is one of the advantages of using a properly placed rubber dam?
- Provides a dry, clean, and disinfected operating field removed from saliva and blood (correct)
- Acts as a barrier between oral cavity and operation field
- Increases access and visibility for the dental team
- Prevents contamination of the root canal with oral microbial flora
What is the primary purpose of using a rubber dam in endodontics?
What is the primary purpose of using a rubber dam in endodontics?
- To improve access and visibility for the dental team
- To retract the tongue, lips, and cheek out of the way
- To protect the patient from swallowing restorative materials (correct)
- To prevent contamination of the root canal with oral microbial flora
