What Is a Periodontal Stabilization Splint and When Do You Need Them?
Posted on 6/22/2020 by Crossroads Family Dental
If you know someone who suffers from gum disease, you may have heard him or her talk about a periodontal stabilization splint. Most people are not aware of what this device is, or how it can help them. Here is more information on the matter.
What Is a Periodontal Stabilization Splint?
Simply put, a periodontal stabilization splint is a piece of material that is attached to teeth that have become loose due to excessive gum or bone tissue loss. In the vast majority of cases, this situation is due to gum disease. The split is affixed to the inner surface of the teeth, minimizing its visibility. It helps hold the teeth in place in order to prevent damage from wobbling or moving teeth.
When Do You Need a Periodontal Stabilization Splint?
Of course, every case is different, but a rule of thumb is that a periodontal stabilization splint will be used when you have suffered significant loss of the bone supporting the tooth. For many people, ™significant™ means loss of 40% or more of the bone tissue. This number can be moved up or down depending on a few things such as how you chew your food, the types of food you eat, and so on. Other factors to consider are the length of the roots of the affected teeth. Teeth with shorter roots will be more susceptible to damage from supporting bone loss, and a significant bone loss would be less than 40%. On the other hand, if the roots are long, the tooth may be able to withstand a bone loss of more than 40% before a periodontal stabilization splint is necessary. If you are suffering from gum disease, the best thing to do is address it right away. It is highly responsive to treatment, and you may be able to avoid using a periodontal stabilization splint.
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If you know someone who suffers from gum disease, you may have heard him or her talk about a periodontal stabilization splint. Most people are not aware of what this device is, or how it can help them. Here is more information on the matter.
