Evaluating the Efficacy of the Occlusal Splint on the Muscle Activity with the Transducer in Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome

Aim A prospective study was designed to evaluate the effectiveness of occlusal splint therapy for the management of temporomandibular joint disorder. Objective This study recorded the activity of anterior temporalis and masseter muscles in patients with TMD using a transducer before and after conservative management with splint therapy. Results The results suggested that VAS mean dropped from 21.2 to 11% for temporalis and from 12.6 to 7% for masseter. Conclusion The study concludes that the occlusal splints has a prominent action on muscles of mastication and can be effectively used in early stages of TMD.

Automated summary

A prospective study showed that occlusal splint therapy effectively decreased activity of anterior temporalis and masseter muscles in TMD patients, with VAS mean values decreasing significantly. Therefore, occlusal splints can be a beneficial treatment option for early-stage TMD.