Rubberized posterior bite block: An effective fixed temporary bite opening tool adhering to COVID-19 protocols

Authors : Christy George Palathra, Shrinivas M Basavaraddi

DOI : 10.18231/j.jco.2021.007

Volume : 5

Issue : 4

Year : 2021

Page No : 38-39

Treatment of mild to moderate deep bites have always been associated with use of GIC bite blocks posteriorly on the molars to temporarily open the bite. The drawbacks of posterior GIC bite blocks, such as inability to standardize the height of the bite block, aerosol contamination and enamel demineralization of tooth surface on its removal, has made the use of GIC bite blocks an absolute contra-indication during this Covid-19 pandemic. To overcome this, we devised an innovation, using simple chair side tools such as the ligature wire reinforced with rubber sleeves to temporarily open the bite until the desired correction is achieved.


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