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PubMed1990

[Plastic surgery of the thoracic wall (malformations and tumors) using a sliding splint-stapler].

Chest wall instability, created surgically by correction of a chest deformity (funnel chest or, more rarely, pigeon chest) or by resection of a tumour of the chest wall, is serious as it can jeopardize the immediate vital prognosis because of paradoxical respiration and, in the long term, the functional and aesthetic prognosis due to progressive impaction of the unstable segment of the wall. The polyvalent and adaptable material which we have developed (sliding splint-staple) and which we also use in thoracic traumatology (thoracic flaps), has allowed us to perform audacious corrections for deformities or wide resections for tumours since 1980. We have used this material on 13 occasions for contention after sternochrondroplasty, with an excellent result in each case both in terms of the immediate stability and in terms of the aesthetic result. The sliding splint-staples, generally two, are placed in staggered positions behind the sternum (11 cases--funnel chest) or in front of the sternum (2 cases--pigeon chest). The material is left in place for at least one year. We have used this material on 8 occasions after various tumour resections: 3 times after subtotal resection of the sternochrondral breastplate and 5 times after lateral or anterolateral resection removing at least 2 ribs.

Adult↗
PubMed2006

The use of silastic nasal splints in the treatment of chronic epistaxis and nasal septal ulceration.

Some cases of epistaxis are chronic and resistant to treatment. We describe a novel method of treating persistent epistaxis with Silastic splints. This procedure is simple to perform and reverse, and it is much better tolerated than is total obstruction of the nostrils (Young's procedure). In addition, the presence of the splints reduces the likelihood of digital trauma, which can prevent healing. We describe the case of a 43-year-old man with a 5-year history of persistent epistaxis who was successfully treated with this procedure.

Adult↗
PubMed1991

Pain release splint.

The pain release splint is a soft vinyl orthotic. In the author's private practice it has proven to be efficient, inexpensive, reversible, and effective during the initial treatment stages of various craniomandibular disorders. This chapter deals with indications for use, construction, fitting and balancing, postinsertion instructions, and escalation to the next level of pain release splints or hard acrylic appliances.

Dental Occlusion↗
PubMed1991

Periodontal splinting of anterior teeth.

Periodontal splinting is a misunderstood art form. Although the techniques require a high degree of clinical skill and diagnostic expertise, they save a significant number of teeth. This article provides step-by-step techniques for periodontal splinting using composite, intracoronal wire, extracoronal mesh, metal reinforcement and crown and bridge.

Humans↗
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[Torectomy wound protection splint].

A case report of upper edentulous arch patient had been to remove torus palatinus. The post-operative wound was protected by the splint. It was made from thin clear plastic and was pressed under high pressure vacuum on the study model. The study model was made by taking impression with easily and conveniently technique. The study model is also representative the post-operative condition of upper edentulous arch. After the palatal torectomy the splint was inserted and immobilized by suturing with black silk #3/0.

Exostoses↗
PubMed1991

Update in splinting materials and methods.

Current hand splinting methods, materials, and components are reviewed and summarized. Additional subjective and objective tests of thermoplastic materials are performed and results combined with those from other studies. Available samples of thermoplastic materials are tested for fatigue and viscoelastic properties using standard compression cycling methods. Soft splint materials are seeing increased application and appear to be the material for the future.

Hand↗
PubMed1991

Principles of conservative fracture management: splints and casts.

Splint and cast application is an often overlooked form of fracture management in the current era of internal fixation and external skeletal fixation. External limb splintage is a "tried and true" method; however, there are specific indications for the use of this technique. Splints and casts have a place in our armamentarium of fracture management and when appropriately used under the correct circumstances, fracture healing is expected to be similar to that observed using other means of fracture fixation.

Animals↗
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[A splint construction technique for coadjuvant treatment of parafunctions].

In this paper, we introduce a technique of elaboration of soft acrylic's splints as soon as its respective indications. Its main advantage, in addition to his easy and quick making, is the creation of a inner tube between the splint and the occlusal surface that it provides a more even distribution of the pressures exercised by the mastication's forces on the teeth.

Acrylic Resins↗
PubMed1990

[Thermoformed orthopedic splints].

Initially used to make simple splints, thermoforming has led to the development of a new means of application of orthopedic forces. Here we have presented splints which allow the treatment of Class III, Class II and cases of endomaxillitis.

Dental Stress Analysis↗
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In vitro study of cementation of cast splints on nonmobile and mobile teeth.

The marginal opening of a fixed splint on movable and firm abutments was investigated. Regular-body poly(vinyl siloxane) was used as a luting material to cement a three-unit, cast complete crown splint on three metal dies in an acrylic resin model. The middle abutment was set first in acrylic resin and subsequently in a displaceable material. The cement replica was recovered, measured, and compared. The mean cement thickness for the mobile displaceable abutment was significantly greater (P less than 0.001) than that of nonmobile teeth.

Cementation↗
PubMed1990

Condylar position control during maxillary surgery: the condylar positioning appliance and three-dimensional double splint method.

A new method for positioning the maxilla and condyle after Le Fort I osteotomy maintains the patient's vertical dimension (ie, the relation of the mandible to the skull above the osteotomy plane) in the preoperative and postoperative positions during both cast surgery and actual surgery. During surgery the condylar positioning appliance is fixed to the anterolateral zygoma and the lateral cortex of the mandibular ramus bilaterally to orient the mandible in centric relation. The condylar positioning appliance is used with the three-dimensional double splint method. Two prefabricated splints enable three-dimensional positioning of the maxilla in the fixed mandibular position during surgery. Postoperatively, the mandible can be rotated into the new centric occlusion.

Centric Relation↗
PubMed1990

[Indications and preparation of a fluoride splint].

The individually produced fluoride miniplastsplint is suitable for application in preventive dentistry, for the therapy of cervical demineralisation and hypersensitive root surfaces. The models must be measured with a "parallelometer" so that the exactness and tightness of the splint can be guaranteed. A space with room for occlusal stops guarantees the necessary place for the gel containing fluorides. The patient must wear the splint once a week for half an hour.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1990

The use of the splint bar in conjunction with removable partial denture treatment.

The use of a bar, joined to lone-standing abutment teeth, that spans an edentulous space is an important treatment option for many partially edentulous situations. The splint bar provides positive vertical support for the removable partial denture while rigidly splinting the abutment teeth. This article defines the situations in which this treatment should be considered and describes the technique to achieve a successful result.

Dental Abutments↗
PubMed1990

Accurate reduction and splinting of the common boxer's fracture.

A simple and efficient method of achieving and maintaining reduction of a boxer's fracture (neck of the fifth metacarpal) is described. This method can be implemented during drying of the plaster splint, and adequate roentgenograms can be taken without the presence of redundant plaster over the fracture site found with the traditional ulnar gutter splint.

Casts, Surgical↗
PubMed1990

[Force couple splint in unstable dislocation fracture of the interphalangeal joint].

A well-documented percutaneous method in the treatment of fracture dislocations of the PIP joint, the force couple splint technique according to Agee produces good functional results in these rare injuries. This paper presents our own modification with mass-produced preconstructed couple splints, which can be combined precisely with the elements of a mini-external fixation system.

Finger Injuries↗
PubMed1989

[The effect of protrusive splint therapy on the dento-facial skeletal pattern].

Twenty-five adult patients with temporomandibular joint anterior disc displacement with reduction of initial and intermediate phase were applied mandibular anterior repositioning splint therapy and changes in dento-facial skeletal pattern and facial profile were evaluated. By the use of splint, the differences in ANB, SNA angle; SE, Mo-MS, Ms-S dimensions; overjet, overbite and anterior facial height were found statistically significant. The changes occurred in profile and GoGn-SN angle did not show significance.

Adult↗
PubMed1989

[Value of bite-guard splints for dysfunctions of the masticatory system].

Based on a clinical post-treatment evaluation of 184 patients, the value of bite-guard splints in the treatment of dysfunctions of the masticatory system was assessed. The results clearly showed that successful results (83-89%) could be achieved, if the indications were considered with differentiation. Intracapsular joint diseases could be successfully treated with bite-guard splints, while other treatment concepts had to be applied for myalgia, bruxism and condylar displacement or dislocation.

Adult↗