Dental wedges create critical interproximal separation during restorative procedures, enabling precise placement of composite or amalgam restorations. This separation ensures optimal marginal sealing to prevent microleakage and restoration failure while protecting adjacent teeth.
Wooden wedges excel due to:
Flexible Adaptation: Conforming to tooth anatomy while expanding slightly for stable separation
Tissue Protection: Minimizing gingival trauma and postoperative sensitivity
Eco-Friendly Composition: Biodegradable nature reducing environmental impact vs. plastic/metal alternatives
Selection requires matching wedge size/angle to tooth anatomy and procedure type. Beyond restorations, wedges facilitate orthodontic appliance placement and periodontal tissue repositioning.
