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Removable bite plates

Common problems caused by the removable plates

• Depend largely on patient cooperation and

• Require frequent adjustments

• They can easily be lost or broken and sometimes swallowed by the

patient as well .

• May also lead to the creation of plaque accumulation areas resulting

in poor oral hygiene and high risk of dental caries .

• Gagging due to over-extended bite plates and ulcers in the oral cavity

due to sharp ends