Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
An epileptic patient with a new crown should be given which appliance for maintenance?
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Correct answer: A. Soft night guard (bite splint)
Soft night guard Patients with epilepsy (especially those on anticonvulsants) often have bruxism during sleep or seizures. A night guard protects the new restoration from occlusal trauma. A hard stabilization splint is preferred for chronic bruxers; soft guards are acceptable short term.
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