Guide to Better Tooth Isolation in Dentistry
Ask any dentist what the main causes of procedure failure are and inadequate tooth isolation will undoubtedly be close to the top of the list. Even though it’s been a staple of modern dentistry for decades, isolation remains a pesky but critical step in both endodontic and restorative procedures. It’s not just one aspect of isolation that makes it difficult—tooth isolation by nature isn’t easy, and when you add in trying to keep your patient comfortable and happy it can seem like an impossible task.
Here at Dentsply Sirona, we’re focused on empowering you to provide the best possible dental care to your patients. To help you do this, we’ve summarized the basics you should consider to provide better tooth isolation, ensuring an optimal restorative field is completely isolated, prepped, and ready for the next stage in the restorative procedure.