Bruxism minimizing gradual changes to the positions of the teeth, preventing tooth damage and revealing the extent and patterns of bruxism through examination of the markings on the splint's surface. A dental guard is typically worn during every night's sleep on a long-term basis. However, a meta-analysis of occlusal splints (dental guards) used for this purpose concluded "There is not enough evidence to state that the occlusal splint is effective for treating sleep bruxism." A "repositioning splint" is designed to change the patient's occlusion, or bite. The efficacy of such devices is debated. Some writers propose that irreversible complications can result
Shaking the Habitual Shaking the Habitual Shaking the Habitual is the fourth and final studio album by Swedish electronic music duo The Knife, released on 5 April 2013 by Rabid Records. The album was released as a double CD and triple LP, and as a digital download. The album was lauded by critics at the time of its release and was featured on several year end best lists. "Full of Fire" was released as the album's lead single on 28 January 2013. An accompanying short film was directed by Marit Östberg, who contributed a film to the 2009 Swedish feminist porn compilation "Dirty