MANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT DEVICE, AND A METHOD AND KIT FOR PREPARING SAID DEVICE

摘要

Mandibular advancement device (1; 20) and a device preparation method and kit, comprising a mouthpiece (2) and at least one plastic strap (5; 21) with two ends (7) fitted with a slot (9) that is connected articulately to a respective cylindrical portion (11) of a lateral protrusion (10) of the mouthpiece (2). The slot (9) is closed and is longer in length than the diameter of the cylindrical portion (11), which can move along the slot (9). The strap (5; 21) acts by traction between the cylindrical portions (11) of the mouthpiece (2) to prevent the free return of the lower portion (4) with respect to the upper portion (3) of the mouthpiece (2) and therefore treats apnea, whilst allowing some advancement and lateral movement of the lower portion (4), making it comfortable for the user.

主权项

1. A mandibular advancement device (1; 20), comprising a mouthpiece (2) made up of an upper portion (3) and a lower portion (4), wherein each portion has a front area (3a, 4a) intended to be placed in the area of the incisor and canine teeth of a user and two lateral areas (3b, 4b) intended to be placed in the area of the user's premolar and molar teeth, which is characterized in that it comprises:
at least one plastic strap (5; 21) with two ends (7), each end (7) fitted with a slot (9) articulately connected to a respective cylindrical portion (11) of a protrusion (10) that protrudes laterally from the mouthpiece (2), wherein the slot (9) is closed and is of a longer length than the diameter of the cylindrical portion (11), so that the cylindrical portion (11) can move throughout the slot (9), and wherein the strap (5; 21) acts by traction between the cylindrical portions (11) of the mouthpiece (2) to prevent a free return of the lower portion (4) with respect to the upper portion (3).