michigan tanner stabilisation splint
The Michigan Splint was developed at Michigan University (USA) with the object of treating dysfunction of the TMJ, muscle, and to control bruxism. At S4S we have developed a process of manufacture that is extremely robust and virtually elliminates the need for metal clasping in most cases. It is most common to have buccal cusp contact in CR (Centric Relation). On lateral excursive movements the canine guidance ramps allow disocclusion of all posterior and anterior teeth by approximately 1 mm.
The Michigan splint has wide indications in the diagnosis and treatment of TMD:
Rationale
- To maintain or stabilize a centric relation prior to restorative work
- Severe bruxism
- Occlusal trauma
- Disordered function of the TMJ and muscle
- A means of differential diagnostics of TMD in relation to other diseases with similar symptoms.
Construction requirements
- Upper and lower impression (silicone based material is preferable)
- Facebow registration (We can work with most articulator systems, a Kois Facebow can be made available to loan if required)
- We recommend a 'De-Programmed' CR bite registration is taken.
Further Information
Stabilisation devices have been used for many years and have various other names but all feature canine and anterior guidance with disocclusion in excursive movements. Common names for these devices are; TANNER (lower splint), RAMJFORD SPLINT, FOX APPLIANCE or CENTRIC RELATION APPLIANCE
