Occlusal splints-types and effectiveness in temporomandibular disorder management. [PDF]
Saudi Dent J, 2023 Background: Occlusal splints are routinely used in dental offices to diagnose and treat abnormalities of the masticatory system. There are different occlusal splints, each of which can address various conditions.
Albagieh H +7 more
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Wear effects between polymethyl methacrylate occlusal splints and opposing dentin surfaces during bruxism mimicking events. [PDF]
BDJ Open, 2023 Objectives To compare the surface wear rate between polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA)-based occlusal splints and opposing dentin-exposed teeth in bruxism simulating models.
Potewiratnanond P +3 more
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Comparative analysis of different types of occlusal splints for the management of sleep bruxism: a systematic review. [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground Sleep bruxism is a prevalent condition in dentistry practice, characterized by involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth during sleep.
Ainoosah S +8 more
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Digital measurement of tooth wear in sleep bruxism patients wearing occlusal splints. [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground Sleep bruxism is a common parafunctional activity that can lead to progressive tooth wear and long-term restorative consequences. Although occlusal splints are widely used to prevent tooth surface loss, the extent of wear in splint-wearing ...
Laksamikeeratikul I +3 more
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Digital Occlusion Tracking by T-Scan Novus System in Bruxism Patients Treated With 3D Printed Occlusal Splints. [PDF]
Int J DentConclusion: The digital design of occlusal splints facilitates the development of uniform contact areas across the entire occlusal surface. Nonetheless, the examination with T-Scan Novus unveiled that uniformity in contact area does not necessarily ...
Shopova D.
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Evaluation of volumetric wear loss and pain scores of the digitally and conventionally manufactured occlusal splints for individuals with sleep bruxism. [PDF]
J Appl Oral SciIntroduction: According to the latest international consensus in 2018, sleep bruxism is the activity of the masticatory muscles during sleep characterized by rhythmic or non-rhythmic teeth clenching or grinding.
Smail SMS +2 more
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A comparative study of double occlusal splints combined with joint cavity injection and manual reduction in the treatment of anterior disc displacement without reduction versus anterior repositioning splints: a retrospective cohort study. [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthObjectives Some patients with anterior disc displacement without reduction (ADDWoR) experience restricted mouth opening after manual reduction. This study aimed to compare the therapeutic efficacy of modified double occlusal splints with traditional ...
Cheng C +5 more
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A comparative analysis on the perceptions of Chinese dentists and dental students towards the practical course of stabilization occlusal splint fabrication. [PDF]
BMC Med EducBackground To investigate the mastery degree, study challenges, and teaching needs of dental professionals at different levels in practical courses on the fabrication of stabilization occlusal splints, aiming to continuously improve teaching quality ...
Shaoxiong G +7 more
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Effects of Occlusal Splints on Spinal Posture in Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review [PDF]
Healthcare (Switzerland), 2022 Martina Ferrillo +2 more
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Digital occlusal splints for temporomandibular joint disorders: a systematic review [PDF]
Romanian Journal of Stomatology, 2022 Objectives. This systematic review aimed at assessing the therapeutic efficacy of computer-assisted or digitally constructed occlusal splints in comparison to conventional splint treatment for temporomandibular disorders or bruxism. Material and methods.
Sorana Andreea Muresanu +4 more
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