Abstract: A dental implant includes a threaded fixture, at least a portion of which is configured for implantation into bone in a patient's jaw, and an abutment configured for coupling to the threaded fixture, at least a portion of which is configured to remain above the patient's gum line. The threaded fixture and/or the abutment are configured to receive torque from a complementarily shaped torque-transmitting tool. A method for inserting a dental implant into a patient includes (a) implanting at least a portion of a threaded fixture into a hole in a patient's jawbone configured for receiving the threaded fixture; (b) inserting an abutment into the threaded fixture, where at least a portion of the abutment is configured to remain above the patient's gum line; and (c) applying torque to a first part of the dental implant while simultaneously applying counter-torque to the threaded fixture and/or the abutment.

Abstract: A mouthpiece includes a wall having an anterior section and a plurality of posterior sections. Retaining wings are coupled to the anterior section. The retaining wings conform to the anatomy of the user's buccal vestibule. The method of customizing the mouthpiece includes cutting the retaining wings.

Abstract: A mouthpiece includes a wall having an anterior section and a plurality of posterior sections. Retaining wings are coupled to the anterior section. The retaining wings conform to the anatomy of the user's buccal vestibule. The method of customizing the mouthpiece includes cutting the retaining wings.

Abstract: A mouthpiece includes a wall having an anterior section and a plurality of posterior sections. Retaining wings are coupled to the anterior section. The retaining wings conform to the anatomy of the user's labial and buccal vestibule that extends between the user's upper and lower jaws and the interior surfaces of the user's cheeks. The method of using the mouthpiece includes grasping the continuous wall, flexing the retaining wings toward ends of the posterior sections, and inserting the retaining wings into the user's mouth.

Abstract: A mouthpiece includes a wall having an anterior section and a plurality of posterior sections. Retaining wings are coupled to the anterior section. The retaining wings conform to the anatomy of the user's labial and buccal vestibule that extends between the user's upper and lower jaws and the interior surfaces of the user's cheeks. The method of using the mouthpiece includes grasping the continuous wall, flexing the retaining wings toward ends of the posterior sections, and inserting the retaining wings into the user's mouth.

Abstract: A portable system and method for softening and disinfecting dental waterlines is disclosed. The portable system and method combines a routing valve, a water supply, and a portable device capable of delivering a descaling and an anti-microbial agent. The routing valve has an inlet and an outlet. The outlet is attached to a water supply line of sufficient volume to deliver water throughout the system. The inlet is attached to a portable device capable of delivering a descaling agent and an anti-microbial agent.