Digital Occlusal Analysis and Enamel Wear Assessment in Temporomandibular Disorder Patients Treated with Fully Digital Versus Conventional Stabilization Splints

Launched by MINIA UNIVERSITY · Jan 15, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how two different types of stabilization splints—one made using traditional methods and the other created with advanced digital technology—affect patients with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD). The main goal is to see if the digital splint helps improve how the teeth align (occlusion) and reduces wear on the tooth enamel better than the conventional splint. This study will include participants aged 18 to 40 who have all their teeth and no current dental issues, while excluding those with certain jaw or dental problems.

If you are eligible and choose to participate, you will undergo assessments before and after using the splint to track any changes in your teeth alignment and enamel wear. The trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to help improve treatment options for those suffering from TMD in the future. It's an opportunity to contribute to research that could benefit many people dealing with similar issues.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. 18-40 years old
• • 2. complete dentition
• • 3. intact tooth
• • 4. no occlusal disorder
• • 5. stable jaw relation
• • 6. No ongoing dental therapy, such as orthodontic or prosthodontics treatment.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. pregnant/lactating women
• • 2. temporomandibular joint lesions found on clinical palpation or medical imaging examination
• • 3. dentoalveolar pathology or ongoing treatment related to TMD
• • 4. jaw opening less than 3 fingers
• • 5. patients with occlusal dysfunctions
• • 6. Patients with severe or moderate periodontitis.
• • 7. Unable to undergo examination or treatment due to the presence of a psychological or mental disorder.
• • 8. Severe jaw functional limitations.
• • 9. Removable dentures or partially dentate patients
• • 10. Trauma of recent date towards face, head or neck