System and method for delivering a therapy and sensing a biological activity in the mouth
US10874542B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2037 |
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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