Occlusal TMD Splint Design and Delivery and Equilibration of the Natural Dentition

14 Hours Continuing Education

This two-day seminar consists of a lecture portion which includes explanation of non-directive splint design, delivery, and adjustment and clarification of the principles of occlusion and equilibration of the natural dentition and restorations. The hands-on portion focuses on delivery and adjustment of a mandibular splint on articulated models and full mouth equilibration of two different cases on articulated models. Participants should bring: two sets of trimmed models of his/her own teeth, preferably on a semi-adjustable articulator with facebow transfer and a centric relation bite record, and a mandibular stabilization appliance fabricated to fit his/her mouth. Upon request, participants can have an appliance fabricated for them by Jesek Seminars lab prior to the seminar. You will work with a participant partner to go through the intricacies of appliance delivery to refinement. Participants will learn delivery and adjustment protocols that will enhance the effectiveness of your TMJ/bruxism appliances.

Participants will learn:

  • A review of the basic anatomy of the head and neck focusing on the relationship between the muscles of mastication and occlusion
  • Examination of the literature supporting TMD splint therapy and occlusal therapy
  • How to Evaluate Occlusion and the Health of the TMJ’s
  • Normal TMJ Function vs. TMJ Dysfunction
  • When You Need an MRI OR CT and When You Don’t
  • The Importance of Bimanual Manipulation and Muscle Palpation
  • How to Know When Migraine Headaches Are Caused By Occlusomuscle Disorders and When They Are Not
  • Explanation of non-directive splint design, delivery, and adjustment
  • Clarification of the principles of occlusion and equilibration of the natural dentition and restorations

Presented By:

Warren F. Jesek DDS, FAGD
Dr Jesek presents a fresh, common sense approach to the world of general dentistry. His passion will excite, motivate and inspire, as well as challenge dentists to a higher level of excellence. The true strength of what Dr Jesek has to offer dentists is his message of comprehensive care for the entire family and a method to deliver excellence with consistency.

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