Dental splinting is a procedure where the teeth are joined together using a thin fiber-reinforced wire to increase their stability. It is often done to tighten up loose front teeth that occurred after injury. It is done by using composite material for attaching the loose teeth to the adjacent stable tooth.
Application of Von Rosen Splint in Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
The Von Rosen sprint is used in developmental dysplasia of the hip joint to prevent repeated hip dislocation.
Pavlik Harness - Structure, Mechanism, Uses, and Risks
Pavlik harness is a special device to treat developmental dysplasia (abnormal hip joint development) of the hip in babies.
Dental Splinting - Indications, Advantages, Disadvantages, Uses, and Types
Dental splinting helps align weak teeth in position in the oral cavity. Read the article below to learn more about dental splinting.
Radial Gutter Splint - Indication, Contraindication, Uses, and Drawbacks
The radial gutter splint is a rigid immobilization tool to stabilize the index and the middle finger. The article explains the radial gutter splint in detail.
Lateral Luxation
If a tooth is dislodged from the alveolar socket after trauma without mobility, it is called luxation. Read this article to know lateral luxation in detail.
