An easily fabricated occlusal splint.
An easy and inexpensive method for fabrication of an occlusal splint has been described. It has a high degree of patient acceptance and is effective in treating TMJ dysfunction symptoms. If a hard acrylic occlusal splint is preferred, the aforementioned method can be used as an interim appliance until necessary appointments can be scheduled.
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USAF Hospital/SGD, Reese AFB, TX 79489-5300.
D003766:Dental Occlusion; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D013165:Splints; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000628:therapy