Conclusion Occlusal splints may be of some benefit in the treatment of TMD but evidence for the use of occlusal adjustment is lacking.

Despite the common use of stabilization splints to treat temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), strong evidence of their effectiveness has been lacking. Splints appear to be beneficial in the short term, ...

Muscle exercises and digital occlusal splints may reduce pain and improve diet and jaw function in patients with temporomandibular joint disorders.

The oral splint is applied to the molars to increase the occlusal vertical dimension, which essentially means that the alignment of the nose, lips, and chin is altered.