Snoring Prevention TRIZ Cases

An extraoral clamp repositions the mandible to prevent apnea without custom fitting or bite changes.

A U-shaped oral support establishes a stable respiratory airflow channel through the vestibule, reducing foreign body sensation and occlusion pressure.

Segmenting the tongue lifter from retention reduces bulkiness while maintaining effective airway opening.

Bioadhesive strips deliver encapsulated bacteria to modify the oral microbiome, addressing migraine pathophysiology by targeting nitric oxide production.

A valved nasal cannula uses a centrally anchored diaphragm valve to provide airway pressure without external energy sources.

Adjustable clamps grip the tongue to prevent posterior collapse, resolving airway blockage risks during sleep.

Non-uniform arch board thickness fixes the tongue position to maintain an open respiratory tract for obstructive sleep apnea patients.

An implantable elastic device adjusts tongue position, resolving non-adjustable thread tension and tissue compression issues in sleep apnea treatment.

Acoustic reflection pharyngometry measures airway dimensions during sequential mandibular repositioning to identify optimal oral device settings.

An implantable traction device mechanically maneuvers the thyroid cartilage and hyoid bone to maintain upper airway patency.

Tapered elastomeric splint resolves rigidity-versus-adaptability trade-offs by using bosses to guide jaw alignment and relax temporomandibular joints.

A motorized intraoral actuator adjusts lower jaw position based on real-time sensor data to treat obstructive sleep apnea.

Bidirectional barbs on a surgical implant pull and hold soft palate tissue, preventing extrusion while maintaining airway openness.

A mouthpiece with a force transducer strengthens the genioglossus muscle through targeted resistance exercises.

A nasal device with a movable pressing portion expands the nasal cavity to increase airflow capacity while preventing displacement during sleep apnea treatment.

Segmented oral device draws tongue forward using independent partial vacuums, resolving pressure seal issues that block single-source vacuum propagation.

Passive mechanical splint replaces complex CPAP systems, resolving patient comfort trade-offs while maintaining reliable airway patency.