A protective bite for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder

Abstract

This application provides a protective bite for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder, relating to the field of medical device technology. It includes a connecting plate, a support column, an occlusal spring, a flexible strip, a first flexible spring, and a second flexible spring. The connecting plate is fixedly connected to the support column on one side and to the occlusal spring on the other. A flexible strip is circumferentially arranged around the occlusal spring. One end of the flexible strip is fixedly connected to one end of the first flexible spring, and the other end is fixedly connected to one end of the second flexible spring. The other end of the first flexible spring is elastically connected to the connecting plate, and the other end of the second flexible spring is flexibly connected to the periphery of the occlusal spring. This application solves the problem in the prior art where patients are kept in an immobile open-mouthed state for extended periods during gastroscopy, leading to temporomandibular joint dislocation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to a protective bite for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder. Background Technology

[0002] During gastroscopy, patients need to wear a mouthpiece under anesthesia. The duration of wearing the mouthpiece varies depending on the specific treatment, ranging from 10 minutes to 2 hours or even longer. However, with the mouthpiece structure of the current technology, patients are kept in an open mouth position without movement during the long-term wearing process, which may damage the temporomandibular joint function. In some cases, temporomandibular joint dislocation may even occur. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the purpose of this application is to provide a protective bite for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder, which aims to solve the problem in the prior art where patients are kept in an immobile open-mouth state for a long time during gastroscopy, leading to temporomandibular joint dislocation.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of this utility model adopt the following technical solutions:

[0005] A protective bite block for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder includes a connecting plate, a support column, an occlusal spring, a flexible strip, a first flexible spring, and a second flexible spring. The supporting column is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting plate, and the occlusal spring is fixedly connected to the other side. A flexible strip is provided around the periphery of the occlusal spring. One end of the flexible strip is fixedly connected to one end of the first flexible spring, and the other end is fixedly connected to one end of the second flexible spring. The other end of the first flexible spring is elastically connected to the connecting plate, and the other end of the second flexible spring is flexibly connected to the periphery of the occlusal spring.

[0006] Furthermore, the flexible strip is wrapped with a sponge.

[0007] Furthermore, the bite block has an intubation port for tracheal insertion.

[0008] Furthermore, the end of the support column away from the connecting plate is detachably connected to a placement port.

[0009] Furthermore, the insertion port is connected through the placement port, the support column, the connecting plate, and the engagement spring block.

[0010] Furthermore, the number of flexible strips is at least eight.

[0011] Based on the above technical features, the beneficial effects of this application are as follows: the flexible strip, the first flexible spring, and the second flexible spring can assist in opening the mouth, reduce the force required for the patient to open their mouth, thereby reducing the damage to the temporomandibular joint caused by wearing the mouthpiece for a long time, and solving the technical problem that the existing technology cannot provide a mouthpiece that is better suitable for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this application;

[0014] Figure 2 This is yet another structural schematic diagram of this application;

[0015] Figure 3 This is another structural schematic diagram of this application;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of this application.

[0017] In the diagram: 1-Connecting plate; 2-Supporting column; 3-Interlocking spring; 4-Flexible strip; 5-First flexible spring; 6-Second flexible spring; 7-Trachea; 8-Sponge body; 9-Intubation port; 10-Placement port. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0019] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] Example

[0021] Please refer to the above as well. Figures 1-4This application provides a protective bite for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder, relating to the field of medical device technology. The device includes a connecting plate 1, a support column 2, an occlusal spring 3, a flexible strip 4, a first flexible spring 5, and a second flexible spring 6. The supporting column 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting plate 1, and the occlusal spring 3 is fixedly connected to the other side. The occlusal spring 3 is surrounded by a flexible strip 4. One end of the flexible strip 4 is fixedly connected to one end of the first flexible spring 5, and the other end is fixedly connected to one end of the second flexible spring 6. The other end of the first flexible spring 5 is elastically connected to the connecting plate 1, and the other end of the second flexible spring 6 is flexibly connected to the periphery of the occlusal spring 3.

[0022] This embodiment provides a jaw opening that can simultaneously relieve temporomandibular joint pain, open the oral cavity, and facilitate the placement of an endotracheal tube 7. A connecting plate 1 connects the support column 2 and the occlusal spring block 3. During use, the patient's lips contact the occlusal spring block 3, with the outer circle of the occlusal spring block 3 positioned between the patient's lips for fixation. The support column 2, connecting plate 1, and occlusal spring block 3 are sequentially provided with interconnected through holes, allowing the endotracheal tube 7 to enter the patient's oral cavity for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. A flexible strip 4 facilitates continuous changes in the opening size of the patient's lips. The two ends of the flexible strip 4 are connected to a first flexible spring 5 and a second flexible spring 6, respectively. These three elastic elements provide multiple elastic assists, ensuring the effectiveness of the structure's elasticity and allowing the patient's lips to move freely, either naturally or with external assistance. This helps the patient move the temporomandibular joint and prevents temporomandibular joint dysfunction or dislocation. In detail, to further ensure the effectiveness of the elasticity, that is, to promote the movement of the patient's temporomandibular joint, the number of flexible strips 4, the first flexible spring 5, and the second flexible spring 6 are the same and there are multiple of each. Multiple flexible strips 4 are evenly connected around the periphery of the occlusal elastic block 3 to ensure the movement of the lips in different positions and to promote the movement of the patient's temporomandibular joint in different positions.

[0023] Furthermore, the flexible strip 4 is surrounded by a sponge body 8. The sponge body 8 wraps around and protects the flexible strip 4, while also protecting the patient, preventing abrasion of the lips or oral mucosa during temporomandibular joint movements, thus avoiding secondary injury and ensuring the effectiveness of the treatment.

[0024] Furthermore, the end of the support column 2 furthest from the connecting plate 1 is detachably connected to a placement port 10. The occlusal spring 3 has an intubation port 9 for inserting the trachea 7. The placement port 10 allows the trachea 7 to be inserted into the support column 2, and the intubation port 9 allows the trachea 7 to extend out of the occlusal spring 3 and enter the patient's oral cavity, ensuring the practicality of the device. Optionally, the placement port 10 can also allow the endoscope to be inserted into the support column 2.

[0025] Furthermore, the insertion port 9 is connected to the placement port 10, the support column 2, the connecting plate 1, and the engagement spring block 3. That is, the placement port 10, the support column 2, the connecting plate 1, the engagement spring block 3, and the insertion port 9 are connected in sequence.

[0026] Furthermore, to ensure that patients are not subjected to secondary harm as much as possible, the number of flexible strips 4 should be at least 8.

[0027] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this application. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this application is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that this application can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this application. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this application is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this application. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0028] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A protective bite block for patients with temporomandibular joint disorder, characterized in that, It includes a connecting plate (1), a support column (2), a snapping spring block (3), a flexible strip (4), a first flexible spring (5), and a second flexible spring (6); the supporting column (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting plate (1), and the snapping spring block (3) is fixedly connected to the other side. The snapping spring block (3) is surrounded by a flexible strip (4). One end of the flexible strip (4) is fixedly connected to one end of the first flexible spring (5), and the other end is fixedly connected to one end of the second flexible spring (6). The other end of the first flexible spring (5) is elastically connected to the connecting plate (1), and the other end of the second flexible spring (6) is flexibly connected to the periphery of the snapping spring block (3).

2. The protective bite as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible strip (4) is wrapped with a sponge (8) on its outer periphery.

3. The protective bite as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bite block (3) has an intubation port (9) for inserting the trachea (7).

4. The protective bite as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The end of the support column (2) away from the end connected to the connecting plate (1) is detachably connected to a placement port (10).

5. The protective bite as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The insertion port (9) is connected through the placement port (10), the support column (2), the connecting plate (1), and the engagement spring block (3).

6. The protective bite as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The number of flexible strips (4) is at least 8.

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