In ICOI’s official glossary, Bite splint is cross-referenced to Occlusal guard.
Occlusal guard: Removable appliance designed to minimize the damaging effects of bruxism and other deleterious occlusal habits to dental implants, natural dentition, and prosthetic reconstructions.
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