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Dental Rubber Dam Clamps – Stainless Steel, Autoclavable & Secure Isolation for Endodontic & Restorative Procedures

At Fortec International, our Dental Rubber Dam Clamps are manufactured from high-grade, corrosion-resistant stainless steel to deliver reliable, stable field isolation during endodontic, restorative, surgical, and pediatric procedures. Whether securing the rubber dam on molars, premolars, or anterior teeth — these clamps provide secure jaw engagement, consistent retentive force, and comfortable placement procedure after procedure. Available in winged, wingless, anatomical, and standard designs across 47 configurations — CE, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and FDA certified, fully autoclavable, and trusted by dental professionals across Canada.

Why Choose Fortec Rubber Dam Clamps

Fortec rubber dam clamps are engineered for dental professionals who require dependable field isolation and secure dam retention throughout every procedure. From root canal treatment and direct restorations to crown preparation and pediatric work — these clamps maintain consistent clamping force, resist corrosion through repeated autoclave cycles, and deliver the reliable engagement needed for clean, dry, uninterrupted clinical access.

High-grade stainless steel construction that retains shape, tension, and corrosion resistance even after repeated high-temperature sterilization cycles.
Anatomically contoured jaws provide secure, slip-free engagement on molars, premolars, and anterior teeth with minimal soft tissue irritation.
Winged & wingless variants — winged clamps allow one-step dam and clamp placement, while wingless designs offer better access and visibility in deep or posterior sites.
Polished, smooth finish on all surfaces reduces tissue trauma during placement and removal, improving patient comfort throughout isolation procedures.
Fully autoclavable and reusable — durable construction supports long-term clinical use with predictable performance, reducing per-procedure costs over disposable alternatives.

47 Configurations for Every Tooth & Clinical Application

Our Rubber Dam Clamps collection offers 47 in-stock configurations at $8.99 each — spanning molar clamps (#12A, #13A, #14, #14A, #W3, W4), premolar and anterior designs (#2A, #2AT, #4, #9, #9T), butterfly and cervical styles (#212A, #8AD, #56, #56S), and narrow anatomical variants (#24, #25, #26N, #27N) — giving clinicians the precise fit required for every arch position and tooth morphology.

Every clamp is individually inspected for jaw symmetry, bow tension, and surface finish before leaving our facility — backed by Fortec's full warranty against defects in material and workmanship, and sterilization-safe through standard steam autoclave cycles without loss of shape or retentive force.

CE Certified ISO 9001:2015 ISO 13485 Autoclavable FDA Compliant

Complete Your Rubber Dam Setup with Fortec Clamps

Whether you are stocking an endodontic operatory or expanding your rubber dam instrument set, choose Fortec Stainless Steel Rubber Dam Clamps — precisely sized, corrosion-resistant, and available in 47 configurations for molars, premolars, and anterior teeth. Trusted by dental professionals across Canada who demand secure isolation and consistent instrument performance in every procedure.

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FAQ – Rubber Dam Clamps | Fortec Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Fortec's stainless steel rubber dam clamps — types, sizes, clinical uses, clamp selection, and sterilisation.

01 What rubber dam clamp products does Fortec carry and how much do they cost?

Fortec carries 47 stainless steel rubber dam clamps, all priced at $8.99 each. The full range includes clamps for every clinical application — molars, premolars, anterior teeth, and endodontic use — in both winged and wingless designs:

Popular clamp numbers available:
#2A, #2AT, #4, #7A, #8AD, #9, #9T, #12A, #13A, #14, #14A, #24, #25, #26N, #27N, #56, #56S, #212A, W3, W4 — and many more across the full 47-clamp catalogue.

All clamps are made from high-grade stainless steel, fully autoclavable, corrosion-resistant, and available in stock for immediate order across Canada at fortec.ca.

02 What is a rubber dam clamp and what is its purpose in dental procedures?

A rubber dam clamp — also called a cervical clamp or dam retainer — is a spring-tension instrument that anchors the rubber dam sheet to the most posterior tooth in the operating field, holding the dam securely in place throughout the procedure. The clamp's two bowed jaws grip the cervical region of the tooth below the height of contour, while the bow and wings (on winged designs) provide anchorage points for the dam and clamp forceps.

The rubber dam system as a whole serves several critical clinical functions: it provides a dry, isolated operating field free from saliva and sulcular fluid; it protects the airway from aspiration of instruments, irrigants, and debris; it improves visibility by retracting soft tissue; and it is required by endodontic standards internationally for all root canal procedures. The clamp is the component that makes reliable dam retention possible across the full range of tooth morphologies and clinical presentations.

03 What is the difference between winged and wingless rubber dam clamps?

Winged clamps (such as the #14, #14A, #7A, #8AD, W3, W4 in the Fortec range) feature lateral projections — wings — extending from the bow on each side of the clamp. These wings allow the rubber dam to be pre-loaded onto the clamp before placement: the dam is stretched over the wings, the clamp and dam assembly are seated together onto the tooth in a single step, and the dam is then released off the wings into the sulcus. This technique is faster and requires only one operator for placement, making winged clamps the preferred choice in most general practice and endodontic settings.

Wingless clamps (such as the #9, #9T, #25, #56, #56S, #212A in the Fortec range) have no lateral projections. The clamp is seated on the tooth first using clamp forceps, and the rubber dam is then stretched over and past the clamp separately. Wingless designs provide better visibility of the operating field and access to posterior areas — they are commonly preferred in restorative procedures, crown preparation, and cases where the wings of a winged clamp would obstruct the working area or matrix band placement.

Both designs are compatible with the same rubber dam forcep and are interchangeable in most clinical situations based on operator preference and case requirements.

04 How do I choose the right rubber dam clamp number for a specific tooth?

Clamp selection is based primarily on the tooth type (molar, premolar, or anterior), the clinical presentation (fully erupted, partially erupted, broken down, or crowned), and whether tissue retraction is needed. A general guide using Fortec's available range:

Molars (fully erupted): #14, #14A (winged, upper/lower molars — among the most widely used clamps globally), #7A (upper molars), #8AD (lower molars, anatomical design), #13A (upper molars), #12A (lower molars).

Molars (partially erupted or subgingival margins): #56, #56S (retentive clamps with inverted jaws that engage subgingival tooth structure — also used for broken-down teeth), #212A (butterfly/Ivory style for partially erupted second and third molars).

Premolars: #2A, #2AT (standard premolar clamps), #4 (universal premolar use).

Anterior teeth: #9, #9T (anterior clamps with narrow jaws for incisors and canines), #26N, #27N (narrow jaw clamps for anterior isolation).

Wide arch / broad molar coverage: W3, W4 (winged wide-jaw clamps for large or tipped molars).

Always try the clamp on the tooth before dam placement to confirm jaw engagement below the height of contour without impinging on gingival tissue.

05 What clinical procedures require rubber dam clamps?

Rubber dam clamps are used across multiple dental disciplines wherever field isolation and airway protection are required:

Endodontics — rubber dam use is mandatory for all root canal treatment per international endodontic guidelines. The clamp isolates the tooth, prevents sodium hypochlorite irrigation from contacting soft tissue, and protects the patient's airway from file aspiration.

Restorative dentistry — composite resin bonding requires a moisture-free field; rubber dam isolation with an appropriate clamp eliminates saliva contamination that would compromise bond strength. Also used for amalgam placement, ceramic bonding, and resin cement procedures.

Bleaching — in-office vital tooth bleaching uses the rubber dam to protect gingival tissue from bleaching agents; the clamp secures the dam at the gingival margin.

Pediatric dentistry — pulpotomies, stainless steel crown preparations, and restorative work on primary molars all benefit from rubber dam isolation, which also prevents young patients from inadvertently moving during procedures.

Crown and bridge preparation — isolation during final impressions and temporary cementation, and during bonding of ceramic crowns.

06 What other instruments do I need to use rubber dam clamps correctly?

A complete rubber dam system requires several components working together. Beyond the clamp itself, you will need:

Rubber Dam Forcep — the hinged plier-style instrument used to compress the clamp jaws, expand them over the height of contour, and seat the clamp onto the tooth. The forcep tips engage the holes in the clamp bow. Fortec carries rubber dam forceps at fortec.ca/collections/rubber-dam-forcep.

Rubber Dam Punch — used to create precise holes in the rubber dam sheet at the correct size and spacing for the teeth being isolated. Fortec carries rubber dam punches at fortec.ca/collections/rubber-dam-punch.

Rubber Dam Frame — the U-shaped or rectangular frame that stretches and holds the dam sheet away from the operating field. Fortec carries rubber dam frames at fortec.ca/collections/rubber-dam-frame.

Rubber dam sheet — the latex or latex-free barrier material itself, available in various gauges (thin, medium, heavy) and sizes. A clamp ligature (dental floss tied through the clamp bow holes) is also recommended as a safety measure during all rubber dam procedures to allow clamp retrieval in the event of accidental displacement.

07 What are the #56 and #56S clamps used for, and how do they differ from standard molar clamps?

The #56 and #56S clamps are specialised retentive or "butterfly" style clamps designed for teeth where standard cervical engagement is not possible. Their jaws are angled or tipped inferiorly (downward), allowing them to engage tooth structure below the gumline or at subgingival margins — situations commonly encountered with:

— Teeth with severely broken-down coronal structure where little tooth remains above the gingiva.
— Partially erupted molars where the height of contour is still covered by gingival tissue.
— Teeth with subgingival caries extending below the free gingival margin.
— Cases where the clinician needs to retract gingival tissue apically to expose the operating margin.

The #56S is the smaller variant of the #56, designed for premolars or smaller molars in the same clinical situations. Standard molar clamps like the #14 or #14A are engineered for fully erupted, normally shaped molars and their jaws engage supragingivally at the cervical line — they will not engage adequately on broken-down or partially erupted teeth where the retentive clamps are needed.

08 Why are Fortec stainless steel clamps preferred over single-use or lower-grade alternatives?

Fortec's rubber dam clamps are manufactured from high-grade corrosion-resistant stainless steel with several advantages that matter clinically:

Spring memory and tension retention — the stainless steel alloy is selected to maintain its elastic properties through repeated sterilisation and clinical use. Inferior alloys lose their spring tension over time, resulting in clamps that no longer engage the tooth reliably — a safety and clinical accuracy concern. Fortec clamps retain consistent jaw pressure cycle after cycle.

Polished anatomical finish — smooth contoured surfaces reduce gingival trauma during placement and removal, improving patient comfort and reducing post-operative tissue irritation.

Autoclave durability — fully compatible with steam sterilisation without corrosion, pitting, or dimensional change. Cheaper plated or lower-grade steel clamps can corrode at the jaw tips after repeated autoclaving, compromising both hygiene and function.

Cost over time — at $8.99 per clamp with indefinite reusability, the per-procedure cost of Fortec clamps is a fraction of single-use alternatives, without sacrificing the performance standards required for safe isolation.

09 How do I clean, sterilise, and maintain Fortec rubber dam clamps between uses?

After each use, rinse the clamp thoroughly under running water to remove blood, saliva, and debris. Use a soft-bristle brush with a non-abrasive instrument cleaner to gently clean the jaw tips, bow holes, and inner surfaces — avoid harsh abrasives that could scratch the polished finish and create surface irregularities that may harbour biofilm or cause gingival trauma in subsequent procedures.

Dry the clamps completely before sterilisation. Autoclave sterilisation (steam sterilisation) is the fully supported and recommended method for all Fortec stainless steel rubber dam clamps. The high-grade steel maintains its shape, spring tension, surface finish, and structural integrity through repeated sterilisation cycles without warping, corroding, or degrading.

After sterilisation, store clamps in a dry sterilisation tray or cassette — Fortec's stainless steel instrument cassettes are ideal for organising rubber dam clamp sets. Periodically inspect each clamp's jaw tension and alignment: a clamp whose jaws no longer spring back to their resting position reliably, or whose jaw tips are visibly distorted or corroded, should be replaced to ensure safe and effective isolation. For full care protocols, refer to Fortec's Instruments Care and Maintenance Care guides.

10 Does Fortec offer free shipping on rubber dam clamps, and how do I place an order?

Yes — Fortec offers free Canada-wide shipping on all orders over $195 before taxes, shipping from their warehouse at 1011 Hualtain Court, Unit 14, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 1W1. At $8.99 per clamp, stocking a comprehensive set covering molars, premolars, and anterior teeth across winged and wingless designs reaches the free shipping threshold easily — and combining clamps with rubber dam forceps, punches, frames, or other instruments from the Fortec catalogue makes ordering even more efficient.

All 47 rubber dam clamp products are in stock and available for immediate order at fortec.ca/collections/rubber-dam-clamps-hot. Fortec's customer care team is available Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 1-855-790-7779 or at info@fortec.ca for order assistance and clamp selection guidance. Full shipping details are available on the Shipping Policy page.

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