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- 2018
A Mini Review of Using the Oralift Appliance and a Pilot Study to See if 3D Imaging Techniques Could Improve OutcomesDOI: 10.2174/1874210601812010283 Keywords: Oralift appliance, 3D imaging techniques, 2D photography, Temporomandibular disorder, Thermoplastic material, Tick test Abstract: Occlusal appliances of various designs have been described in the literature. They usually have to be worn for substantial periods including night time to have the desired effect for which they are designed. The Oralift? appliance has been designed to address the signs of facial ageing and to help stop parafunctional habits. The appliance is based on the principles of the pivot appliance and is worn for very short periods, never at night and not even every day. The maximum usage recommended is two hours every third day
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