Silensor-sl
The Silensor-sl is a mandibular advancement splint (MAS) offering adjustable advancement; a high level of comfort; effective improvement of the symptoms; and metal-free construction.
Silensor-sl
31 Mar 2017 | Techniques
Every 2 years, the International Dental Show (IDS) showcases the latest thermoforming innovations and units and this year was no different. Here are 3 examples that stood out for me.
Automated Pressure Thermoforming
Two new Erkopress units were released, the Erkopress Motion and the Erkopress-ci Motion. Both units are distinguished by a fully aut...
31 May 2012 | Techniques
The most far-reaching consequence of all lower jaw protrusion splints and thus also the Silensor-sl, is the potential for tooth migration. It is therefore prudent to integrate all existing teeth in the splint bases to maintain the stability of the dentition. It is also recommended to keep duplicate models of the initial dental situation to countera...
31 Jan 2012 | Techniques
Following on from Part 2, we will now describe the procedure to form the Silensor-sl bases using the Occluform to create a balanced occlusal plane which corresponds to the construction bite record. In the next installment (Part 4) we will complete the Silensor-sl appliance and in Part 5 we will discuss adjusting troubleshooting and special cases.
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30 Nov 2011 | Techniques
If a construction bite is produced with the sl-protrusion-gauge, the Silensor-sl can be fabricated in this position,
an already known and calculated advancement of the lower jaw. This means that the measuring template length (25 or 23 mm) and connector length used on the finished appliance will be the same. The sl-protrusion-gauge also compensate...
30 Sep 2011 | Techniques
A significant addition to the new Silensor appliance is the inclusion of a protrusive bite registration gauge with each set of appliance components. The sl protrusion gauge offers a simple way to register the desired or recommended advancement for the Silensor-sl.
Whilst the appliance can still be manufactured without using a construction bite (i...
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