Abstract

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of temporary hydrostatic splint on occlusion with computerized occlusal analysis system. Material and Methods: Maximal bite force was recorded in intercuspal position by use of computerized occlusal analysis system from 11 female, 9 male, 20 subjects, (average age of 20) with normal intact dentitions. Subjects were instructed to use the hydrostatic splint for 24 h. Occlusal records were repeated three times before and after splint. All recordings were evaluated to determine the repeatability of the computerized occlusal analysis system. Results and Conclusion: Hydrostatic splint increased maximum biting force. Relative percentage of left and right bite forces changed in the direction of neurophysiological position of the muscles. Hydrostatic splint can be a viable option for occlusal adjustments.

Details

Title
The effect of temporary hydrostatic splint on occlusion with computerized occlusal analysis system
Author
Gözler, Serdar; Vanlioglu, Burçin; Evren, Buket; Gözneli, Rifat; Yildiz, Coskun; Özkan, Yasemin
Pages
617-22
Publication year
2012
Publication date
Sep 2012
Publisher
Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd.
ISSN
09709290
e-ISSN
19983603
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
1321427862
Copyright
Copyright Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd Sep 2012