Occlusal Splint in T.M.J. Disorder: Does it treats?

Background: To evaluate the effect of soft occlusal splint in Temporo-Mandibular joint disorder with restricted mouth opening to relieve pain and to increased restricted mouth opening Background: To a great extent treatment for TMJ disorder has been described by several authors. Few of them suggested the conservative method using oral splint. Case Description: A case reported with restricted mouth opening and TMJ pain were successfully treated using soft oral splint made by 2mm bioplast material using biostar machine. Summary: with the use of soft oral splint cases with TMJ Disorder (disk displacement without reduction) can be treated successfully as a conservative and an effective mode of treatment Clinical Significance: in the contemporary dental practice so many dentist frequently come across the TMJ disorders. A thorough understanding of TMJ disorder will lead to proper diagnosis of TMJ joint pain & dysfunction. Soft oral splint can be used as an effective means of treatment for such patient. Fabrication of appliance is easy and comfortable for patient.