What Is the Main Infection Control Advantage of Using a Rubber

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the main infection control advantage of using a rubber dam?

• A)It eliminates the need for using a water spray from the air/water syringe.
• B)It prevents microbes on the isolated tooth or teeth from being aerosolized.
• C)It reduces the microbes escaping from the patient's mouth in aerosols or spatter.
• D)It keeps the dental team from having to wear gloves when treating that patient.

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