FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why choose a dental dam from 4D-Dental?
Our dental dams are award-winning, featuring high tear resistance, excellent elasticity, and ultra-low protein (latex) or allergen-free non-latex options – designed for superior isolation, patient comfort, and clinician ease.
Can I request a sample before buying?
Yes, we offer sample or trial packs. Please contact us via the form above, email, or phone to arrange.
Where can I purchase your rubber dams?
Our Four D family of dental dams are currently available in many regions, including Europe, North America, and South America. Please contact us via the form above and we will happily connect you with our distributor partners in your area.
Do you offer educational or government discounts?
We do offer a discount to dental schools and universities, hospitals, government, military, group practices, and buying groups. Although 4D Dental does not sell directly, we would be pleased to connect you with one of our distributors who can verify and apply the appropriate discount when you order. Please contact us via the form above to be connected to a distributor in your region.
Does 4 D Rubber offer any products besides rubber dams?
Do you have a chloroform compatible dental dam?
Yes, our Isodam® polyisoprene dental dam has been tested by Dental Advisor and was “shown to be very compatible with the use of chloroform” as it “showed no evidence of tearing, even after excessive contact around the entire perimeter of the tooth”. You can read the full report in our resource section.
Which dental dam has the best tear resistance?
4D Rubber Isodam® was determined to have “best-in-class tear resistance” by Dental Advisor. They tested for both normalized load and elongation at failure. Isodam® is tear resistant with up to 1200% elongation. You can read the full Tear Testing Comparison report on our Resource Page
Which is the best dental dam for dental imaging?
Our Isodam® HD is designed to provide High Definition – the HD – for dental imaging. The award-winning Isodam® non-latex dental dam polyisoprene material is provided in a darker royal blue color for increased contrast to the teeth. You can learn more about it on our Isodam® page.
Do you have a pre-framed dental dam?
Yes, we offer a pre-framed option with our Hygenic® Framed Non-Latex material. You can read more about the product on our Hygenic page.
Do you have latex dams?
Yes. We offer latex rubber dam options in our Hygenic® and Biodam® lines.
What is the best non-latex dam?
Isodam® has won the award for Editor’s Choice and the Top Dental Dam:Non-Latex by Dental Advisor clinical evaluations for 11 years. You can read the full report on our resource page.
What material do you use for your non-latex dams?
What non-latex rubber dam feels most like natural rubber latex?
Our Biodam® non-latex polyisoprene dental dam uses a specifically synthesised version of the natural rubber molecule to closely match the physical properties of natural rubber without the potential allergen of latex proteins.
Do you have flavored dental dams?
Yes, our Hygenic® Trio Latex Dental Dam have a subtle tropical fruit flavor to help make an enjoyable treatment for both patient and practitioner.
Which is your most popular rubber dam?
Each dental dam in our portfolio is designed to provide solutions to common concerns by dentists. As preferences and needs may vary by practice, please visit our guide to select the features most important to you.
What is the least expensive dental dam?
Biodam® provides the best value latex and non-latex dental dams with reliable quality at an affordable price.
What certifications and regulatory compliance do you offer?
All products are manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards and meet FDA and MDR requirements. They include low-protein latex and fully FDA-approved polyisoprene formulations
Why should I carry rubber dams among my dental supply portfolio?
Dental dams provide several business benefits and revenue opportunities among your existing or new dental clinician customers. They are easy and affordable add-on item to orders, in particular. Dental dams are a consumable item and will encourage repeat business. There are cross-selling opportunities with other items such as dental dam accessories and endo supplies.
What private label options are available?
We offer both latex and non-latex (polyisoprene) dental dams in sizes 5″ × 5″ and 6″ × 6″, across thin, medium, heavy, and extra-heavy gauges. Standard colours include green, blue, purple, and more—custom colours on request
What certifications and regulatory compliance do you offer?
All products are manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards and meet FDA and MDR requirements. They include low-protein latex and fully FDA-approved polyisoprene formulations
Where are your dental dams made?
We have manufacturing facilities in the United Kingdom, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and the USA. Please contact us to speak to a representative regarding import options for your desired products.