title: [Value of bite-guard splints for dysfunctions of the masticatory system].
abstract: Based on a clinical post-treatment evaluation of 184 patients, the value of bite-guard splints in the treatment of dysfunctions of the masticatory system was assessed. The results clearly showed that successful results (83-89%) could be achieved, if the indications were considered with differentiation. Intracapsular joint diseases could be successfully treated with bite-guard splints, while other treatment concepts had to be applied for myalgia, bruxism and condylar displacement or dislocation.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Bumann
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Kopp
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Stangohr
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Rahlf
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002012:Bruxism / Q000150:complications; D003766:Dental Occlusion; D003768:Dental Occlusion, Centric; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D013165:Splints; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*
vernacular_title: Der Stellenwert der Aufbissschienentherapie bei Funktionsstörungen im stomatognathen System.