ArticleJournal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry
Patient and Operator Experiences with Conventional Rubber Dam and OptiDam: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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- Effect of blood decontamination methods on dentin bond strength across adhesive systems: a systematic review.BMC oral health · 2026Pooled it
- Detection Efficacy of a Novel Disposable Dental Protective Device versus Medical Goggles in Reducing Splatter Exposure during Tooth Preparation: A Randomised Controlled Trial.Oral health & preventive dentistry · 2026Trial
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Abstract
Aim: This study compared conventional rubber dam (CRD) and OptiDam isolation systems during routine dental procedures, exploring both operator and patient perspectives. Materials and Methods: A total of 114 patients were randomly allocated to either CRD ( Results: Both systems were applied within comparable time frames. However, 65 of 114 operators (57%) preferred the OptiDam over CRD ( Conclusion: OptiDam offers clear advantages in ease of use, operator preference, and patient comfort, supporting its value in clinical settings. However, competence in CRD application remains critical as it continues to serve as the standard method for dental isolation.
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