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Occlusal splint therapy with a positioning orifice
C M de Felício1, M O Mazzetto, T H Hotta
1Faculdade de Odontologia de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Brasil.
Brazilian Dental Journal
|January 1, 1997
Summary
A new occlusal splint with a positioning orifice significantly improves swallowing and speech for patients with craniomandibular disorders. This innovation also enhances patient comfort during use.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Speech Pathology
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Craniomandibular disorders can impair essential functions like swallowing and speech.
- Occlusal splints are used to manage temporomandibular joint disorders.
- Existing splint designs may not fully address functional deficits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a novel occlusal splint featuring an anterior palatine positioning orifice.
- To assess the effects on swallowing and speech patterns in patients with craniomandibular disorders.
Main Methods:
- A positioning orifice was integrated into the anterior palatine region of occlusal splints.
- Patients with craniomandibular disorders were evaluated in four distinct conditions.
- Swallowing and speech functions were assessed with and without the modified splint.
Main Results:
- The splint with the positioning orifice demonstrated a significant improvement in swallowing.
- Speech patterns were notably enhanced when patients used the modified splint.
- Patients reported increased comfort while wearing the splint with the orifice.
Conclusions:
- The anterior palatine positioning orifice in occlusal splints is beneficial for patients with craniomandibular disorders.
- This modification positively influences both swallowing and speech functions.
- The design enhances overall patient comfort and functional outcomes.
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