Due to its anatomical shape and flexible, three-dimensional design, OptraDam Plus is completely different from conventional rubber dams. As the rubber dam is automatically stretched in an oral direction, an automatic hold of the device in the oral cavity is ensured. OptraDam is available in the adult sizes Regular and Small.
- Safety and protection for patients[1-3]
- Reduces the spread of aerosols in the practice[3]
- Doesn‘t require metal frame for great patient comfort and easier placement
- Direct adhesive restoration of teeth
- Indirect adhesive luting (e.g. of crowns or partial crowns)
- Endodontic treatment
- X-rays (without time-consuming removal and re-insertion)
- Cosmetic and prophylactic treatment procedures: in-office bleaching, fissure sealing, etc.
[1] Horvath D., Horvath S., Kontaktpunktüberwindung in der modernen Kofferdamtechnik, Die Quintessenz 2010, 61, 23-33.
[2] M. A. Cochran et al, The efficacy of the rubber dam as a barrier to the spread of microorganisms during dental treatment, JADA 1989, 119, 141-144.
[3] P. Samaranayake, J. Reid, N. Evans, The efficacy of rubber dam isolation in reducing atmospheric bacterial contamination, ASDC Dent. Child., 1989, 56, 442-444.