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System and method for delivering a therapy and sensing a biological activity in the mouth

US10420672B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 2, 2012
Grant dateSep 24, 2019
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2230/60
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods, devices, and systems are disclosed for controlled delivery of a therapy, such as a stimulant, to a mouth of a subject via an oral device positioned in a secured configuration in the mouth. At least one of a tongue position stimulator (TST) and tongue position sensor (TSE) is provided, according to certain aspects. According to another aspect, a stimulus is delivered to the mouth and/or tongue via a mouthpiece secured to the subject's teeth. In another regard, a stimulus is delivered that generates a natural response to eliminate or reduce sleep disorders, such as for example at least one of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

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