Though repeatedly proclaimed as an indispensable element of quality operative dentistry, the rubber dam is seldom used in private practice. This is because of numerous hazards and inconveniences for the patient and dentist which have been rarely mentioned. These dangers and more effective alternatives to the dam's use in modern dentistry are discussed.
尽管橡皮障一再被宣称是高质量口腔手术中不可或缺的要素，但在私人诊所中却很少使用。这是因为存在许多对患者和牙医的危害及不便之处，而这些很少被提及。本文将讨论这些危险以及现代牙科中橡皮障使用的更有效替代方法。
