Medical Definition of Occlusal splints

1. Rigid or flexible appliances that overlay the occlusal surfaces of the teeth. They are used to treat clenching and bruxism and their sequelae, and to provide temporary relief from muscle or temporomandibular joint pain. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Occlusal Splints

occlusal force
occlusal form
occlusal guard
occlusal guards
occlusal imbalance
occlusal path
occlusal pattern
occlusal plane
occlusal position
occlusal pressure
occlusal radiograph
occlusal rest
occlusal rest bar
occlusal rim
occlusal scheme
occlusal splints (current term)
occlusal surface
occlusal system
occlusal table
occlusal vertical dimension
occlusal wear
occluse
occlusion
occlusion bodies
occlusion body
occlusion of pupil
occlusion rim
occlusions
occlusive
occlusive dressing

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