Dental devices are important tools used by dentists to help maintain oral health. FLOSS is a thin thread of material used to remove food particles and plaque from between teeth. A dental DAM is a thin sheet of latex or rubber used to isolate a tooth during certain procedures. A RETAINER is a device used to hold teeth in place after orthodontic treatment. An INLAY is a restoration made of porcelain, gold, or composite material that is placed into a cavity in a tooth.