title: Evaluation of a new intraoral isolation device.
abstract: Control of moisture is critical in the oral cavity to obtain the optimal properties of dental materials and thus increase their longevity. The conventional rubber dam is a 6" x 6" latex sheet held in place with a separate frame. This study evaluated a new moisture control device that is self-supported by a rolled spring border. Twenty-four patients seen by 24 different dental operators and six dental assistants, with previous experience using the conventional rubber dam, participated. The study concluded that there was significant improvement in user acceptance and patient comfort with the use of this isolation device and, from the compilation of remarks from questionnaires, it was concluded that it was most effective for completion of anterior teeth restorations.
authors.affiliation: Division of Operative Dentistry, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston 02111.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Champion
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Kugel
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Gruskowski
mesh_terms: D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D016733:Rubber Dams; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires