title: [Evaluation of the use of polyethylene plates in the therapy of cranio-facial pain (the Drum plate)].
abstract: Moulded polyethylene plates have been used in the treatment of temporomandibular pain. The plates, described by W. Drum, modify the occlusal anatomy, thus relaxing the pain. A series of 22 patients treated with this plate were successfully relieved of pain in cases of temporomandibular dysfunction.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Fraccari
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Bogini
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Spangaro
mesh_terms: D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D011095:Polyethylenes; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D011095:Polyethylenes
vernacular_title: Valutazione dell'uso di placche in polietilene nella terapia delle algie cranio-facciali (Placca di Drum).