Review article · Vol 1, No 2 · January–April 2013 · pp. 73-82
Occlusal Splint Therapy
- 1 Reader, Department of Prosthodontics, Hitkarini Dental College & Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Abstract
Occlusal splint therapy has been used for many years for the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders of the masticatory system. It is recommended in oral parafunction, unstable occlusion, stress related pain symptoms, occlusal interferences, and in extensive restorative treatment. The goal of this article is to familiarize readers of the basic principles of occlusal splint therapy for treating temporomandibular disorder (TMD), bruxism, and some forms of headache. Also it will familiarize the reader with basic splint designs and explain how to use these effectively.
Keywords Bite splintOcclusal splintOcclusal deviceOcclusal applianceTemporomandibular dysfunction
How to cite
Deogade SC. Occlusal Splint Therapy. Int J Dent Pract Med Sci. 2013;1(2):73-82.
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