Practical management of occlusal trauma in periodontal therapy

Teeth under High Occlusal Force may Reflect Occlusal Trauma-associated Periodontal Conditions in Subjects 
with Untreated Chronic Periodontitis.

OBJECTIVE To determine the association of high occlusal force (HOF) with the signs of occlusal trauma and periodontal conditions in periodontitis patients, and elaborate the relevant clinical implications. METHODS Periodontal parameters and signs of occlusal trauma were recorded for 807 teeth in 30 subjects with untreated chronic periodontitis. The T-scan II occlusal analysis system determine...

Cytological Kinetics of Periodontal Ligament in an Experimental Occlusal Trauma Model

Using a model of experimental occlusal trauma in mice, we investigated cytological kinetics of periodontal ligament by means of histopathological, immunohistochemical, and photographical analysis methods. Periodontal ligament cells at furcation areas of molar teeth in the experimental group on day 4 showed a proliferation tendency of periodontal ligament cells. The cells with a round-shaped nuc...

Interceptive Orthodontics: A Practical Guide to Occlusal Management.

Occlusal trauma in mixed dentition: literature review.

AIM Controversy over the relationship between occlusion and the progression of periodontal destruction has been ongoing since the beginning of scientific studies of dental diseases. This paper reviews the literature and explores the relationship between trauma from occlusion with periodontal disease in children, presenting recommendations for clinical practice based on the available evidence.

Occlusal Splints in Reversible Occlusal Therapy of Craniomandibular Dysfunction

The existence of symptoms of craniomandibular dysfunc­ tion (CMD), especially in muscles and TMJ often prevents basic functions of the orofacial system. In addition to the present pain (arthralgia and myalgia), one of the most common signs of CMD is restriction of mandibular move­ ments and inability to achieve the central mandibular posi­ tion spontaneously. Such conditions can be very persist...