Research Article
A Device Improves Signs and Symptoms of TMD
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ELIBA construction phases and oral aspect of the device. (a) Marking of the lateral/distal borders of the ELIBA® device, as specified by the clinician. (b) Detail of the caudal part of the acrylic impression. (c) The ELIBA® appliance on the plastic cast and impression of the ELIBA® device, as finished in the dental laboratory following the instructions of the clinician. (d) Enlargement of the device ELIBA® applied on the plastic cast with hooks in front area in cobalt chrome. (e-h) Intraoral views of the ELIBA appliance fitted to the oral cavity of the patient. (f) The ELIBA® device without occlusal contacts. (g) ELIBA® on plastic cast with connection arm hook joined with weld.
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