Abstract: A suction apparatus has a tube. The tube has an end to be inserted in a user's body. The tube has another end for coupling with a vacuum hose to remove air. A check valve coupled is to the tube. The check valve is configured to prevent a back pressure flow into the user's mouth. For an embodiment, the dental suction apparatus includes a base coupled to the tube. Base includes a control valve to control the air removal. For an embodiment, the dental suction apparatus includes a check valve coupler coupled to the tube. For an embodiment, the check valve is on the check valve coupler.