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[Effect of occlusal therapy with FRC splint on periodontal parameters in maintenance phase].

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the changes of the periodontal parameters of mobile, but splinted teeth with intracoronal fiber reinforced composite and compare to non-mobile teeth in maintenance phase. We splinted 73 teeth (29 non-mobile, 44 mobile) in 18 cases. The periodontal parameters - probing depth, gingival index (Loe-Silness, 1964), plaque index (Silness-Loe, 1965) - were monitored clinically immediately, 1 year and 2 years after complete periodontal treatment. There were scored 69 treated teeth after 1 year and 37 treated teeth after 2 years. Statistical comparisons were performed using Wilcoxon test for two related parameters and Mann-Whitney U test for two independent parameters in the software package SPSS 11.0 for Windows (SPSS, Chicago, IL, USA). There was not mobility recorded at splinted teeth neither after treatment immediately nor at recall visits. The periodontal parameters demonstrated no significant changes of probing depth (-0,08 +/- 0,41, 0,05 +/- 0,51) and gingival index (-0,32 +/- 0,79, -0,32 +/- 0,75) 1 and 2 years after complete therapy. There was significant decrease in plaque index (-0,77 +/- 0,43, -0,36 +/- 0,55) measured at recall visits. No significant differences were detected between the mobile and the non-mobile groups in all parameters. No significant correlation between changes of gingival index and plaque index was determined. The intracoronal FRC splint do not obstruct the individual and professional oral hygiene. The stabilize of mobile teeth allow the same healing like a non-mobile teeth.

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The effect of splinting upon periodontal and pulpal healing after autotransplantation of mature and immature permanent incisors in monkeys.

The effect of splinting upon periodontal and pulpal healing after autotransplantation of teeth with complete and incomplete root formation was studied in 16 green Vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops). 2 maxillary incisors were extracted in each monkey and autotransplanted to the contralateral socket. One of these teeth was stabilized with an acrylic splint for either 2 or 6 weeks, while the other incisor was non-splinted. The animals were sacrificed 8 weeks after autotransplantation and the autotransplanted teeth were examined histologically. The following histologic parameters were registered for each tooth: surface resorption, inflammatory resorption, replacement resorption (ankylosis), downgrowth of pocket epithelium, periapical inflammatory changes and extent of pulp necrosis. The histometric analysis demonstrated that splinting increased the extent of pulp necrosis and inflammatory root resorption compared to non-splinting. Furthermore, the extent of normal periodontium was decreased among the splinted teeth, when compared to the non-splinted teeth. It is concluded that splinting not only failed to improve healing but apparently exerted a harmful effect upon periodontal and pulpal healing after autotransplantation.

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The use of a resin-bonded fixed splint in periodontally compromised mandibular anterior teeth: a case report.

In the treatment of patients with severe periodontal disease, it is becoming possible to re-establish a healthy and well-functioning dentition through interdisciplinary dental teamwork. This article presents a case using a resin-bonded splint for stabilizing periodontally compromised mandibular anterior teeth after orthodontic treatment. A 30-year-old woman came to the authors with severe periodontitis, which had resulted in spacing of the anterior teeth and tipping of the posterior teeth. Periodontal-orthodontic treatment was combined with prosthodontic reconstruction, and a resin-bonded splint extending from canine to canine was placed for postorthodontic stabilization of the periodontally compromised teeth. No debonding of the splint occurred, and no further periodontal invasion was found in this case after 4 years of follow-up.

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The processed provisional splint in periodontal prostheses.

A technique has been described whereby a heat-processed provisional splint was fabricated with the factors of esthetics and long-term serviceability being of prime importance. Additional advantages of the use of a well-adapted provisional restoration in a periodontal prosthesis are as follows: (1) They facilitate periodontal treatment by allowing total visibility and access to surgical sites when the splint is removed. (2) The splinting effect may enhance healing and periodontal-ligament reattachment by stabilizing mobile abutments. (3) The patient's ability to render adequate home care for a fixed prosthetic restoration may be evaluated and reinforced before making case restorations. (4) The patient's cooperation is assured during an extended period of restorative care when an esthetic, comfortable, provisional splint is provided.

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Resin-bonded fixed partial dentures and splints in periodontally compromised patients: a 10-year follow-up.

In the present study, 139 periodontally compromised patients received a complete periodontal treatment; in 104 cases this was followed by orthodontic treatment. At the end of the entire therapy, a total of 150 Maryland restorations (69 resin-bonded fixed partial dentures and 81 resin-bonded splints) was placed and then followed for a period of up to 10 years (mean 6.7 y). Thirteen fixed partial dentures and 16 splints failed during the observation period; the 10-year cumulative survival rate from lifetable analysis was 76.2% (70.6% for fixed partial dentures and 80.7% for splints).

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Maxillary tooth splinting in periodontally compromised patients using fiber-reinforced composite: the Targis-Vectris method.

AIM: To show the Targis-Vectris retention technique, illustrating its features and clinical applications in periodontally compromised patients. METHODS: The Targis-Vectris technique is constituted by an esthetic external layer (Targis) combined with and supported by a metal-free structure (Vectris). An adult female with a full Class II malocclusion and compromised periodontal condition with significant bone loss on the maxillary central incisor was treated. Before debonding, a fiber-reinforced splint was placed on the palatal surface of the maxillary anterior teeth, using the Targis-Vectris method, to permit long-term stability. The final result remained stable at 5 years posttreatment. RESULTS: The correction of the Class II malocclusion took 24 months. The Targis-Vectris method ensured maintenance of tooth position and periodontal condition. CONCLUSION: The Targis-Vectris technique represents a useful procedure for splinting maxillary teeth in selected periodontally compromised patients. The 5-year posttreatment follow-up visit showed no relapse. Correct occlusal relationships are necessary to reduce the risk of breakage.

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Post-orthodontic splinting of periodontally-involved teeth.

Shortcomings of techniques presently available for the stabilization of periodontally-involved teeth following orthodontic therapy are discussed. The rationale for rigid fixation of such teeth is questioned in the light of modern concepts of tooth mobility. An inexpensive technique of tooth stabilization based on wire and composite resin is described. The technique permits fixation allowing for individual periodontal adjustment, yet with minimal interference with tooth structure and the occlusion.

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