Splinting of teeth

Do you feel that your teeth have become mobile? Have you noticed shifting of your teeth after braces removal? In such cases, teeth splinting may be necessary — a modern method of stabilizing the dental arch that helps preserve teeth and prevent their premature loss.

At “Oxford Medical” in Kyiv, teeth splinting is performed using advanced materials and an individualized approach for every patient. Our dentists have extensive experience and adhere to international treatment standards.

Book a consultation with a dentist — we will help you restore and maintain the stability and function of your teeth.

Teeth splinting is a dental procedure that involves connecting several teeth together with a special fixing structure — a splint. Its main purpose is to reduce the mobility of weakened or injured teeth, stabilize the dental arch, and preserve natural teeth from further loosening or loss.

The splint evenly distributes chewing pressure between several supporting teeth, thereby reducing the load on each individual tooth. This creates favorable conditions for the healing of periodontal tissues and improved fixation of teeth in the bone.

Splints are used in cases of periodontitis, after braces removal, in jaw injuries, or to secure orthodontic treatment results. It is an effective way to maintain functionality and aesthetics of the dentition without surgical intervention.

After removing an orthodontic system, teeth tend to return to their previous position. To preserve the new alignment, a post-braces splint, also known as a retainer, is often used.

It is usually a thin fiberglass or metal wire fixed on the inner surface of the front teeth. Such a splint is invisible during communication and does not interfere with eating. It can be temporary (for several months) or permanent — depending on the individual retention plan.

It is important to follow your dentist’s recommendations: attend regular check-ups, maintain thorough oral hygiene, and avoid excessive pressure on splinted teeth.

Advantages:

• reduces tooth mobility;
• preserves natural teeth even in complex cases;
• prevents further gum and mucosal trauma;
• distributes chewing pressure among several teeth;
• can be combined with other treatment methods.

Disadvantages:

• certain hygiene limitations (depending on splint type);
• sensation of a foreign body at the beginning;
• need for regular professional monitoring;
• temporary or long-term use depending on indications.

Despite some limitations, teeth splinting remains an effective way to preserve the dentition without tooth extraction or complex prosthetics.

Before installing a dental splint, the dentist conducts a full diagnosis: visual examination, mobility assessment, and X-rays. Based on the results, the appropriate splint type, material, and fixation method are selected.

The procedure includes several stages:

• Enamel preparation (often without grinding).
• Fixation of the splint with composite material.
• Polymerization and polishing.
• Occlusion check and hygiene instructions.

All steps are painless and minimally invasive for the tooth structure.

At the “Oxford Medical” clinic in Kyiv, splinting is performed in accordance with modern dental standards.

The cost in orthopedic dentistry depends on:

• type of splint;
• number of teeth to be fixed;
• complexity of the clinical case;
• need for additional diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

You can review the preliminary prices here. The dentist will provide detailed information about treatment options, procedure plan, and cost during the initial consultation.

Our clinic strives to make treatment effective, painless, and as comfortable as possible for every patient.

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