Occlusal splints in reversible occlusal therapy of craniomandibular dysfunction [PDF]
Stomatološki glasnik Srbije, 2011 Craniomandibular dysfunction (CMD) is a set of structural and functional disorders of different etiology that affects temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial muscles.
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Effects of Different Occlusal Splints on Joint Vibrations in Bruxers [PDF]
Medicina (Kaunas)Background and Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of hard, soft, and semi-soft splints on TMJ vibrations in bruxers with JVA and to compare them with data obtained from asymptomatic individuals.
Akat, Bora +5 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.
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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 ...
Irene Laksamikeeratikul +3 more
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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]
Journal of Applied Oral ScienceIntroduction: 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.
Sevda Miray Soydaş Smail +2 more
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Digital Occlusion Tracking by T-Scan Novus System in Bruxism Patients Treated With 3D Printed Occlusal Splints [PDF]
International Journal of DentistryConclusion: 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 ...
Dobromira Shopova
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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 ...
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Evaluation of the application of three dimensional-printed occlusal splint in conservative treatment of condylar fractures [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground Conservative treatment of condylar fractures requires the use of occlusal splints. However, limited mouth opening, pain, and tooth damage often prevent timely impression taking, which hinders the fabrication of the occlusal splints. Therefore,
Difei Zhang, Kun Lv
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The use of occlusal splints in temporomandibular disorders - an overview.
Acta Stomatologica Marisiensis, 2020 Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) affect the temporomandibular joints, the masticatory muscles, and surrounding tissues. Among symptoms such as jumps, joint noises, reduced mouth opening (closed lock), difficulties in closing the mouth (subluxation or ...
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Use of Occlusal Splints in Patients with Deep Bite and Bruxism [PDF]
, 2015 The occlusal splints are most commonly used devices for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders and bruxism. A case report of a male patient with deep bite and bruxism, indicating two flat occlusal splints presents full coverage made up of rigid ...
Lozano, Paulina
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