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Rationale for stabilization

K Lemmerman

    Journal of Periodontology
    |July 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Periodontal splinting should treat diseased and healthy gums similarly, except in cases of secondary trauma from occlusion. Temporary splinting is usually not needed during initial periodontal treatment phases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Periodontology
    • Dental Traumatology

    Background:

    • The distinction between normal and diseased periodontium for splinting is often artificial.
    • The relationship between occlusal trauma and periodontitis requires further clarification.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the rationale and indications for periodontal splinting.
    • To clarify the role of splinting in various periodontal conditions and treatments.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature and clinical principles regarding periodontal splinting.
    • Analysis of valid rationales for stabilization, including prevention of mobility and tooth drifting.

    Main Results:

    • Diseased periodontium should generally be treated like healthy periodontium for splinting, barring secondary trauma from occlusion.

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  • Valid rationales for stabilization include preventing mobility post-trauma or during occlusal therapy, and preventing drifting after tooth replacement or orthodontics.
  • Temporary splinting is typically not indicated during initial or surgical periodontal treatment phases as minor mobility does not impede healing.

    • Conclusions:

    • Splinting protocols should be consistent for both healthy and diseased periodontium, with specific considerations for secondary occlusal trauma.
    • Further research is needed to correlate histologic signs of occlusal trauma with clinical findings.
    • The effectiveness and necessity of temporary splinting in early periodontal treatment require re-evaluation.