Although it often takes numerous appointments to get a hard splint to be comfortable, a soft splint is usually not an acceptable alternative because it cannot be adjusted at all. By choosing a Talon™ splint you can combine the best features of a hard splint and a soft splint while eliminating the inherent disadvantages of either type. The portion of the appliance that covers the buccal, labial, and lingual surfaces is made of a soft, thermoplastic, resilient polymer.

At body temperature this material is flexible, but firm. It provides superior retention without creating any forces that can cause the teeth or tissues to become sore. Using this material should also eliminate the need for any internal adjustments. The occlusal surface of the appliance is made of hard acrylic that is chemically bonded to the thermoplastic material. Having a hard acrylic occlusal surface allows the splint to be adjusted as needed. The Talon™ appliance design can be utilized for all splint techniques (i.e., Gelb, MORA, May, etc.