Abstract: A human-interface cleaning device for cleaning human-interface devices commonly used for the treatment sleep apnea. The cleaning device has a solvent-receiving end which connects to a solvent-delivery source such as a faucet or shower head. At the opposite end of the cleaning device is a funnel-like shaped solvent-discharge end which is tapered at its distal end and adapted to easily friction-fit into any receiving aperture of most human-interface devices. The inner chamber of the device has one or more fins each having an angled flap at their ends. As so connected to a solvent-delivery source and to a human-interface device, the cleaning device will enhance the force of the solvent being delivered through the cleaning device and more easily and effectively clean the human-interface device to which attached.

Abstract: A human-interface cleaning device for cleaning human-interface devices commonly used for the treatment sleep apnea. The cleaning device has a solvent-receiving end which connects to a solvent-delivery source such as a faucet or shower head. At the opposite end of the cleaning device is a funnel-like shaped solvent-discharge end which is tapered at its distal end and adapted to easily friction-fit into any receiving aperture of most human-interface devices. The inner chamber of the device has one or more fins each having an angled flap at their ends. As so connected to a solvent-delivery source and to a human-interface device, the cleaning device will enhance the force of the solvent being delivered through the cleaning device and more easily and effectively clean the human-interface device to which attached.

Abstract: A method of cleaning a human-interface cleaning device commonly used for the treatment of sleep apnea. The method involves removing the first end of the hose from an air-flow generator, obtaining a cleaning device having a receiving member with a flexible base at one end and a tube-like member at the other end, inserting the flexible base into a solvent transporting mechanism, inserting the tube-like member into the first end of the flexible hose of the air-flow generator, and engaging the solvent transporting mechanism to transport solvent therefrom and into and through the cleaning device.

Abstract: A human-interface cleaning device for cleaning human-interface devices commonly used for the treatment sleep apnea. The cleaning device has a solvent-receiving end which connects to a solvent-delivery source such as a faucet or shower head. At the opposite end of the cleaning device is a funnel-like shaped solvent-discharge end which is tapered at its distal end and adapted to easily friction-fit into any receiving aperture of most human-interface devices. As so connected to a solvent-delivery source and to a human-interface device, the cleaning device will enhance the force of the solvent being delivered through the cleaning device and more easily and effectively clean the human-interface device to which attached.

Abstract: A method of correcting parafunctional behavior of the mandibular complex by engaging in a vertical measurement of the mouth followed by stretching open the mouth even further at least once followed by inserting an anti-occluding device between the teeth and retaining it there for a pre-determined period of time then removing it and stretching the mouth wide open at least once. This method also may entail placing the tongue on the roof of the mouth [defined as the N-position] and keeping it there while opening and closing the mouth several times after which the mouth is opened to its maximum extent and then closed until the lips touch but the teeth do not touch. This position and the N-position are maintained for as long as possible and performed several times daily.

Abstract: A method of correcting parafunctional behavior of the mandibular complex by engaging in a vertical measurement of the mouth followed by stretching open the mouth even further at least once followed by inserting an anti-occluding device between the teeth and retaining it there for a pre-determined period of time then removing it and stretching the mouth wide open at least once. This method also may entail placing the tongue on the roof of the mouth [defined as the N-position] and keeping it there while opening and closing the mouth several times after which the mouth is opened to its maximum extent and then closed until the lips touch but the teeth do not touch. This position and the N-position are maintained for as long as possible and performed several times daily.

Abstract: A temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diagnosis device easily incorporates into the handle of a dental mirror or the like. Marks indicating distances critical to the evaluation of TMJ articulation are engraved or otherwise permanently made upon the handle of a dental instrument, particularly an angled dental mirror. By resting or setting the butt end of the handle against the incisal edge of either mandibular or maxillary teeth, a dental practitioner can easily gauge proper TMJ functioning and alignment as the patient slowly opens the mouth. Any misalignment is indicated by the relative motion of the opposing jaw portion with respect to the handle side which is generally perpendicular to the butt end. Generally, a mark can be engraved or otherwise made at forty-five millimeters to indicate generally the proper range of TMJ articulation. Likewise, collateral marks can be made sixty millimeters, fifty-two millimeters, thirty-eight millimeters, and twenty-five millimeters.