Determination of Occlusal Splint Thickness for TMJ  Derangement based on MRI- A Review

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Anatomy, Occlusal splint ,temporomandibular joint , Magnetic resonance imaging , TMJ dysfunction, TMJ derangement

Aim: To review the accuracy of thickness of occlusal splints, used for particular temporomandibular joint

derangement based on MRI findings.

Objective: To understand the various aspects of managing Temporomandibular joint derangement and the

accuracy of MRI scans in determining the thickness of occlusal splints.

Background: Occlusal splints are a standard method to treat the pain associated with temporomandibular joint

derangement. They can be further classified into three groups on the basis of function: stabilization splints,

distraction splints and anterior repositioning splint. MRI findings help clinicians in complete assessment and

determining the strategy of management of TMJ dysfunction. Its main advantages include: higher accuracy

of the anatomical structures, detection of changes in soft tissue, necrosis, edema, is a noninvasive procedure

and does not offer exposure to ionizing radiation.

Reason: To gain knowledge and understanding about the occlusal splint thickness for particular

temporomandibular joint derangement based on MRI findings.

Jennifer Suhasini S1 , Kathiravan Selvarasu2

1 Undergraduate Student, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha University,Chennai, India, 2Department of Oral Surgery, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha University, Chennai, India