Article ; Online: Materials and manufacturing techniques for occlusal splints: A literature review.
Journal of oral rehabilitation
2023 Volume 50, Issue 11, Page(s) 1348–1354
Abstract: Objective: To review the materials and fabrications methods of occlusal splints with their advantages and shortcomings and to clarify the indications for each.: Background: Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) encompass a range of conditions ... ...
| Abstract | Objective: To review the materials and fabrications methods of occlusal splints with their advantages and shortcomings and to clarify the indications for each. Background: Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) encompass a range of conditions affecting the masticatory system. Occlusal splints are currently recognised as a viable option for the management of TMDs when they are adopted in conjunction with additional approaches varying from conservative procedures (counselling, biofeedback, physical therapy, pharmacotherapy) to irreversible and less conservative ones (occlusal adjustments, orthodontics, arthroscopy and surgery). These splints can vary in design, function and material. The components used to fabricate the splints must withstand occlusal forces, be aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and minimally interfering with function and phonetics. Traditional methods for fabricating splints include sprinkle-on, thermoforming and lost wax techniques. However, with the advancement of CAD/CAM technology, additive (3D printing) and subtractive (milling) manufacturing methods expand the range of possibilities by introducing novel solutions for elaborating splints. Methods: An electronic search was conducted on PubMed using the following keywords: "occlusal splint", "guard and "materials", and "manufacturing." Thirteen in vitro publications were screened and they consisted of four clinical studies, nine reviews (three of them were systematic reviews), and five case reports. Conclusion: The choice of material is crucial for the success of splint therapy. Factors such as biocompatibility, ease of fabrication, adjustability, cost and patient preference should be considered. Newer materials and techniques are emerging because of advancements in material science and manufacturing techniques. However, it should be noted that most of the evidence is based on in vitro studies with different methodologies, limiting their validity in daily practice. |
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| Language | English | |||||
| Publishing date | 2023-07-17 | |||||
| Publishing country | England | |||||
| Document type | Journal Article ; Review | |||||
| ZDB-ID | 187079-8 | |||||
| ISSN | 1365-2842 ; 0305-182X | |||||
| ISSN (online) | 1365-2842 | |||||
| ISSN | 0305-182X | |||||
| DOI | 10.1111/joor.13550 | |||||
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| Database | MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE |
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