title: Occlusion and splint therapy.
abstract: Control of occlusal contacts is important to the success of restorative dentistry. Tooth surface loss can contribute to a loss of stability in the occlusion. An occlusal splint is often part of pre-restorative management and can also have a valuable role in protecting both teeth and restorations from excessive loads and further wear.
authors: Eastman Dental Institute for Oral Healthcare Sciences, University of London.
authors: N J
authors: NJ
authors: Capp
mesh_terms: D003764:Dental Materials; D003766:Dental Occlusion; D019554:Dental Restoration Wear; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D004867:Equipment Design; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D008334:Mandible / Q000473:pathology; D017090:Occlusal Splints / Q000145:classification; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D014072:Tooth Abrasion / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D019217:Tooth Attrition / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy
chemical_list: D003764:Dental Materials