occlusal splint
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Related to occlusal splint: bruxism, dental splint
occlusal splint
A splint fashioned to cover the incisal and occlusal surfaces of a dental arch to stabilize the teeth, treat bruxism, or facilitate proper occlusal positioning.
See also: splint
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night guard
(nīt gahrd)Removable acrylic appliance intended to relieve temporomandibular joint pain and other effects of bruxism.
Synonym(s): occlusal guard.
Synonym(s): occlusal guard.
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