A jig splint (synonyms: Front bite splint, relaxation splint, reflex splint, relaxation plate, relaxation aid) is used to relieve pressure on all structures of the masticatory system with the aim of reducing bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching) and normalizing muscle function. We use our masticatory system not only for grinding food. It is put under … Jig Splint (Front Bite Splint)
The Michigan splint (synonyms: Michigan splint; splint therapy according to Ash and Ramfjord; splint therapy with the Michigan splint) is one of various so-called bite splints or equilibration splints used in dental practice. It is also used in modified forms and serves to harmonize the interplay of temporomandibular joints and masticatory muscles in order to … Equilibration Splint: Michigan Splint
Splints for craniomandibular dysfunction (CMD) Splint therapy with occlusal splints is used in the majority of cases to treat dysfunctional diseases of the masticatory system. In addition, splints are also used to relieve the jaw joints in chronic degenerative or rheumatoid diseases. The term splint therapy has become established for this range of treatments. Bruxism … Splint Therapy
