First of all, rubber dams are not made of rubber or latex. We use a non-latex material to avoid allergy reactions.
Rubber dams are used to isolate the teeth and to help keep things dry. Our filling materials won’t work if they are wet.
A holder is placed around one of the teeth and holes are place in the dam for the remaining teeth. Dams allow use to work quicker, have better isolation, gain a better bond strength and make restorations that last longer. In other words, better quality and longer lasting restorations. That saves time and trips to the dentist. Don’t worry we won’t make you wear one home