Are you curious about what a rubber dam is for root canal treatment in Sangil-dong?

Hello~

I’m Dr. Lee Ju-ri, CEO of Seoul Bardi Dental Clinic.

There are various cases where “root canal treatment” is needed.

Even when tooth decay is severe,

when a tooth is cracked,

or when there is inflammation at the root tip.

In these cases, a “rubber dam” can be used.

Let’s put on a ring-like thing in your mouth and begin treatment~ If you’ve heard this during root canal treatment or resin treatment,

it means you’ve had treatment with a rubber dam on.

The “ring” being referred to here is..?

“It’s a rubber dam.”

It’s like a ring used on the tooth~

Rubber + Dam

A green or blue rubber sheet,

it is a barrier that isolates only the tooth being treated and prevents bacterial contamination.

Can a single rubber sheet really prevent bacterial contamination? You might think that, but it is truly, truly important~~

5 reasons a rubber dam should be used during root canal treatment in Sangil-dong

Root canal treatment removes infected nerve tissue,

then disinfects and seals the tooth.

At this time, dryness is extremely important!

(You could say it’s a war against saliva~)

If saliva or bacteria get in at this point,

the chance of treatment failure increases.

Even if no problems arise right away,

there is also a risk of reinfection.

But when a rubber dam is used,

only the area being treated is secured,

just like this~

It blocks saliva from entering

and maximizes the disinfecting effect.

Also, root canal instruments are very small.

They can fall into the mouth

and help prevent the patient from swallowing them.

Once you get used to it, it can also make the patient much more comfortable.

In the end, when all of this is combined,

it helps increase the success rate of treatment!!

Even when root canal treatment is done very well, the success rate is said to be 70–80%.

That is how difficult it is.

The shape and number of the tooth roots differ from patient to patient~

So if using a rubber dam can raise the odds even a little, then it should be done!

Sharp and very small instruments used in root canal treatment

Additionally.. the instruments used in root canal treatment are

about 2 cm long and really very small.

They are even pointedㅠㅠ

What if the patient suddenly coughs

or drops one from their hand..?

An accident where it is swallowed into the mouth

can happen to anyone.

A rubber dam acts as a protective barrier that helps prevent such unexpected accidents~

Isn’t it uncomfortable..?

You may ask!

When the rubber sheet is placed, you cannot speak.

(That’s why we focus on the patient’s gestures!)

Because it covers the mouth, you may feel a bit confined.

But!

After you get used to it, many people find it much more comfortable.

Since less water gets into the mouth,

many patients say breathing is also easier.

After trying it once or twice, you’ll likely get used to it quickly!!

I believe that small differences can change the outcome.

Today I told you about the materials used in root canal treatment.

It blocks saliva,

prevents swallowing of instruments,

and maximizes the disinfecting effect!! That’s the key thing to know.

If you were wondering, “Why do they do this if I can’t even speak?”

I hope you now understand that it is used because it helps with treatment,

and I hope patients will now be sure to check whether a rubber dam is used during root canal treatment in Sangil-dong.

Thank you

| This post was written directly by Seoul Bardi Dental Clinic for the purpose of providing medical information and promoting the clinic, in compliance with Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Medical Advertising Act. The information provided is for reference only, and we recommend visiting a medical institution and receiving guidance from medical professionals for symptom assessment and accurate management methods. All procedures/surgeries performed at the dental clinic may carry possible risks depending on the individual (inflammation, bleeding, swelling, etc.). Please make decisions after sufficient consultation with the medical staff in advance. The treatment cases in this post were photographed with the consent of the patients who completed treatment at our clinic, and the before-and-after photos were taken under the same conditions. |

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