How effective is rubber dam isolation in reducing bacterial contamination during dental procedures?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18540445
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Abstract

Rubber dam isolation appears to reduce bacterial contamination during dental procedures, but higher-quality evidence is needed to firmly establish its superiority over traditional methods like cotton rolls.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dental Research and COVID-19 Dental materials and restorations Infection Control in Healthcare

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
6 February 2026