The Journal of prosthetic dentistry
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Comparative Study Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical Trial
A pilot study comparing the efficacy of hard and soft stabilizing appliances in treating patients with temporomandibular disorders.
Soft and hard stabilizing appliances have been used to treat temporomandibular disorders. No data exist to suggest whether a hard or soft appliance is beneficial. ⋯ This study suggests, based on the limited number of participants, that soft and hard stabilizing appliances may be equally useful in reducing masticatory muscle pain in short-term appliance therapy.