Bruxism Treatment Device with Golf Club Shape
Summary
The USPTO published patent application US20260090907A1 for a bruxism treatment device invented by Andrea Morris. The device comprises a main body resembling a flattened golf club head with a treatment arm and knob element, designed to discourage tooth-grinding during sleep by producing discomfort when fully biting down.
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USPTO published patent application US20260090907A1 for a bruxism treatment apparatus. The device features a main body resembling a flattened golf club head with a smooth exterior and rounded edges, connected via a treatment arm to a knob element. The device is placed in the cheek pocket with the treatment arm hooking behind the back molar to discourage tooth-grinding during sleep. CPC classifications include A61F 5/566, A61B 5/4557, A61B 5/4848, A61B 5/682, and A61F 2005/563.
This is a patent application publication only. No compliance actions are required from regulated entities. Manufacturers of dental/oral appliances may review the application to assess potential competitive implications or licensing opportunities. The application was filed on 2025-12-08 under Application No. 19412422 and published on April 2, 2026.
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APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF BRUXISM
Application US20260090907A1 Kind: A1 Apr 02, 2026
Inventors
Andrea Morris
Abstract
An apparatus for treating bruxism comprising a main body element, a knob element, and a treatment arm. The main body roughly resembles a flattened golf club head and may have a recess on top, and is connected via the treatment arm to the knob element. The exterior of the apparatus has a smooth construction, with rounded edges lacking sharp corners or points, to assist with placement and comfort. When in use, the main body is placed in the cheek pocket and the treatment arm hooks behind the back molar, where it produces discomfort when fully biting down, thereby discouraging tooth-grinding during slumber.
CPC Classifications
A61F 5/566 A61B 5/4557 A61B 5/4848 A61B 5/682 A61F 2005/563
Filing Date
2025-12-08
Application No.
19412422
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