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The 'W' inscribed on rubber dam clamps refers to:

  1. Wedge
  2. Winged
  3. Wingless
  4. Width
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Correct answer: C. Wingless

A 'W' prefix (e.g., W8A) indicates WINGLESS design u2014 the clamp lacks wing extensions. Wingless clamps are used when the rubber dam is placed before the clamp (two-step technique). Winged clamps allow the rubber dam to be stretched over the wings and applied in one step.

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