Chapter 4. Rubber dam application techniques

Learning objectives

• To familiarize with an algorithm of working with the system of the rubber dam and planning the isolation of the working field depending on the clinical situation.
• Formation of professional skills of applying the system of the rubber dam in various techniques for isolation of the working field.

Control questions

1. Rules of isolation of the working field depending on the treatment.
2. Generalized algorithm of work with the system of the rubber dam.
3. Techniques for applying the rubber dam — techniques of one-stage application of the clamp and the rubber dam sheet, primary application of the clamp, primary application of the rubber dam sheet, dental arch and split-dam techniques.