Objective A systematic review of occlusal splints and occlusal adjustments in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Data sources Medline (1966–1999), Embase, Index Medicus (1966 ...

After occlusal splint treatment, TMD patients saw the greatest improvement in pain with an effective rate of about 72% (p < 0.05). As for diet, mandibular function, and quality of life, the effective ...

"Arthrocentesis with occlusal splint support could be discussed as first-line treatment for arthralgia of the TMJ, which may co-occur with various painful and nonpainful conditions of TMJ disorders," ...