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Winged versus Wingless Rubber Dam Clamps- When and where to use it – Dr Niranjan Vatkar

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A lot of beginners face this common issue as to whether to use a winged or a wingless clamp. There are 2 common situations where you should not use a winged clamp.

This video clearly explains the indications for the two types of clamps.

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Winged versus Wingless Rubber Dam Clamps- When and where to use it – Dr Niranjan Vatkar

A lot of beginners face this common issue as to whether to use a winged or a wingless clamp. There are 2 common situations where you should not use a winged clamp.

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