Journal of Endodontics
Volume 17, Issue 2 , Pages 88-89, February 1991

Remedy for dental dam leakage problems

  • Manuel I. Weisman, DDS, FACD, FICD, FACSS

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress requests for reprints to Dr. Manuel I. Weisman, 1519 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta, GA 30904.
    • Dr. Weisman is professor, Department of Endodontics, Medical College of Georgia, School of Dentistry, Augusta, GA.

Denture adhesive paste is a very sticky adherent substance. When combined with zinc oxide powder, a creamy mixture results. This provides an ideal caulking substance to use as a sealing material during endodontic procedures where leakage of oral fluids is anticipated or has occurred after dental dam placement. Requirements for an ideal leakage preventative are listed.

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PII: S0099-2399(06)81615-8

doi:10.1016/S0099-2399(06)81615-8

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 17, Issue 2 , Pages 88-89, February 1991

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