[Evaluation of the use of polyethylene plates in the therapy of cranio-facial pain (the Drum plate)].
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.
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Bogini
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Spangaro
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D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D011095:Polyethylenes; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000628:therapy*
D011095:Polyethylenes
Valutazione dell'uso di placche in polietilene nella terapia delle algie cranio-facciali (Placca di Drum).