Abstract: Snore reducing device 10 includes the combination of left and right gripping portions 12 and 14 and arch section 20. Each gripping portion 12 and 14 is configured for gripping between a user's upper and lower molars and has a wedge shape which is thicker in front. Raised side edges 16 and 18 and use of thermo-deformable material for compliant shaping to the user's molar surfaces aid in providing a comfortable fit during sleep. The arch section 20 extends upward from and between the gripping portions 12 and 14. Arch section 20 is shaped to fit adjacent to upper elements of the user's mouth in contact or spaced relationship. The snore reducing devices described do not include any front portion extending between the user's incisors to inhibit air flow into or out of the mouth during sleep.

Abstract: An anti-snoring device including a denture member for covering the lower teeth of the user and for maintaining the tongue in contact with the palate to prevent air flow from causing the palate to reverberate during mouth breathing; an extension member fixedly connected to the front of the denture member; and a flexible oral shield having an opening for slidably receiving the extension member and having at least one breathing hole. The flexible oral shield is worn outside the mouth and is conformable to the user's lips for preventing the lower jaw from drifting inferiorly and posteriorly during sleep.

Abstract: An improved palate protector for infants and neonates is disclosed. The highly flexible and deformable main body of the palate protector is positioned within the mouth of an infant or neonate between the palatal surface and a orotracheal tube to protect the palatal area, upper inside gum and frenulum of the infant from injury and malformation resulting from the use of the orotracheal tube. A groove in the forward arcuate edge of the main body of the palate protector prevents irritation and injury of the frenulum of the infant. An elongated, highly flexible and tapered front tab projecting from the main body of the palate protector is used to removably secure the orotracheal tube to the palate protector and to the infant or neonate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aids, such as a guard 1, for use in throat and oral cavity surgical operations, such as tonsillectomies, that require a surgeon to gain access via a patient's mouth, as well a method of surgery utilising such a guard 1. The guard 1 includes a first protection member 2 having a protection surface 3 and a second protection member 4 having a protection surface 5. The protection members 2 and 4 are connected by means of a spine 6. The spine portion 6 being integrally formed with the protection members 2 and 4 provides sufficient elasticity to enable the clamping ends 7 and 8 of members 2 and 3 respectively, to engage the inside and outside surfaces of a patient's mouth region to thereby reasonably attach the guard 1 to a side of a patient's mouth.

Abstract: An improved snore-preventing device having a mouthpiece insertable into a user's mouth and having an upwardly-facing trough member and a downwardly-facing trough member secured together by a plurality of spacer members in a manner to ensure proper positioning of the user's jaws and having a quantity of thermo-setting resin contained in each of said troughs to fit said mouthpiece to an individual user.

Abstract: A two-piece mouthguard is composed of separate pieces of flat cushioning material which contain pre-formed notches, cutouts and holes that permit the separate pieces to be fitted together into the proper shape and configuration of a mouthguard. A horseshoe-shaped bite plate member includes a pair of left and right curved slots and a frontal interlocking tab joint which secures the bite plate member to a vertical member which after assembly assumes the approximate shape of the dental arch. The vertical member includes a centrally-located slot which receives the interlocking tab on the bite plate member. A handgrip projects from the front of the bite plate member which includes an aperture that may be used to secure a tether.

Abstract: A one piece dental appliance custom molded to a particular patient's denton for resolution of sleep apnea. The invention features a transpalatal strap extending from one side of the appliance to the opposite side joining the opposing lingual surfaces. The transpalatal strap continuously and uninterruptedly extends between and joins the right and left dental retentive portions of the appliance from one side of the maxillary arch to the opposite side of that arch. The appliance is fabricated from dental acrylic by the dentist in the office and requires a posterior access articulator to adapt acrylic lingually between the maxillary and mandibular casts.

Abstract: An apparatus for intra-oral use including a framework having an upper curved platform and a lower curved platform, each of the platforms being defined by two walls extending from and separated by a floor, a material bonded to the upper and lower curved platform adapted to be molded in a shape suitable for relatively snugly receiving maxillary teeth of a user and for relatively loosely receiving mandibular teeth of the user when the user's mouth is closed in a normal closing arch, and a cavity formed between the upper and lower platforms adapted to receive the tongue of the user.

Abstract: An ear fastener used in conjunction with an oral condom which protects the user from contracting sexually transmitted diseases while engaging in cunnilingus and anal sex. The ear fastener facilitates the clamping and releasing of the lateral end of the oral condom. The ear fastener has a front clamping portion, a rear engagement portion for partially engaging over and behind an ear of a user, and a cover hingeably connected to the front portion by a living hinge. The cover 28 can be hingeably opened or closed such that a central protruding pin aligns with and snaps in a central protruding socket provided on the proximal portion for securing and clamping the lateral end of the oral condom.

Abstract: A contraceptive device for oral sex including a body portion having a rounded upper portion, a tapered lower portion, and an intermediate portion therebetween. A plurality of nubs extend outwardly from the intermediate portion of the body portion. The body portion is securable over the genitalia area of a woman with the plurality of nubs disposed over a clitoral area of the woman to allow for safe oral stimulation thereof.

Abstract: A device for treating smoking addiction is adapted to be held between the frontal teeth surfaces and inner surface of the lips of a user has a central part and a peripheral part. The central part has at least one hole and is made of plastic or rubber material. The peripheral part is made of a saliva-dissolvable material. The user draws air through the hole in the central part such that the inhalation essentially mimics draw on a smoking article.

Abstract: An anti-snore device for alleviating snoring which includes an upper member and a lower member which can be molded to fit over a wearer's dental contours (i.e. upper and lower teeth) similarly as do athletic mouthguards. A simple latching means comprised of hook tape is provided which allows a wearer to easily and quickly adjust the members to a proper position to alleviate snoring and then latch the members in said position while the wearer sleeps.

Abstract: An anti-snoring device inserted between the gums and lips of a user. The device comprises a flexible, elongate oval membrane having a handle located centrally of one side of the membrane to facilitate easy placement into and removal from the mouth. The handle depends from the membrane at a junction of approximately one-quarter inch long, which allows the membrane more uniformly to flex or bend when placed into the mouth of a user. In the same side of the membrane containing the handle, a pair of score grooves are formed at a one-eighth inch intervals from the perimeter of the membrane. A pair of outer score guides, which extend between the perimeter of the membrane and the outer score groove, and a pair of inner score guides, which extend between the inner and outer score grooves, facilitate easy trimming of the device to fit the mouth of any user. The four score guides allow the membrane to be trimmed four times, for a total possible reduction of one-half inch in length and one-half inch in height.

Abstract: A diver's mouthpiece, having a conventional first portion, which includes a molded front flat member which is secured along the forward surface of the gums of the diver during use, and a teething member on each inner surface of the flat, molded member, so that a diver's teeth may bite into the teething member to help maintain the mouthpiece in place. There is further provided a pocket formed in each of the teething members, the pocket so shaped so as to accommodate a mint gel capsule in each of the pockets for the mouthpiece. There is further provided a pair of ducks extending between the pocket of the mouthpiece between the pocket containing the mint gel and the inner surface of the teething members, so as to define a flow track for the gel when the teeth of the diver bite into the teething members and rupture the outer casing of the mint gels in the teething members.

Abstract: A snore-inhibiting device shaped and dimensioned for comfortable installation within the mouth of a user includes a pair of cooperating jaw pieces configured to cap the upper and lower teeth-and-gum structures. The jaw pieces are held together slightly ajar by their integrally molded rearward portions. The small gap between the jaw pieces is enlarged in the frontal area by a rectangular slot through which a tip portion of the tongue can be pushed. The jaw pieces are allowed to separate even more slightly under the pressure of the tongue then to resiliently close back and capture the tip of the tongue, thus keeping the tongue slightly forward from the teeth line. The upper and lower jaw pieces are asymmetrical in order to favor a stable positioning of the device against the lower jaw. The device is made from a thermal plastic having a low melting point so that it may be conformed to the user's dental structure after softening by immersion into boiling water.

Abstract: An oral appliance comprising an upper channel, adapted to receive upper teeth or gums, a roof wall comprising an upper surface adapted to generally conform to the roof of a user's mouth and a lower surface for engagement with a user's tongue; means for maintaining a lower jaw in a forward position, and at least one interior air passage.

Abstract: A mandibular protracting oral intubating airway has a rigid main body with a mouthpiece portion at the forward end. The mouthpiece portion has an annular front flange and a bite portion extending a short distance rearwardly therefrom which is generally oval-shaped in transverse cross section and has an annular rear flange at the rear end thereof. A flat, generally C-shaped tongue retractor portion extends rearwardly from the rear flange of the bite portion and curves downwardly. A resilient annular sleeve encircles the bite portion between the front and rear flanges and has a series of longitudinally spaced generally arcuate grooves extending transversely across its exterior top and bottom surfaces. When properly positioned in the mouth of a patient, the upper and lower teeth are retained in the grooves of the resilient sleeve with the mandible protracted maximally forward relative to the maxilla.

Abstract: The instant invention is a device and method for treatment of bruxism, snoring, and sleep apnea based upon an inconspicuously placed tooth guard which, in the preferred embodiment, includes a pressure sensitive surface which is electrically coupled to an alarm mechanism. The alarm mechanism is activated when the contact area is compressed and may be constructed of sensitive materials so as to detect vibrations indicative of snoring. The device attaches to release clips bonded to the side of a tooth with a sensing area positioned between the teeth so as to indicate bruxism is occurring. The alarm mechanism will provide a resonant frequency capable of making a sound or providing a vibration indicating to the individual that bruxism is occurring. A timer mechanism can be used to delay operation of the alarm. Alternatively, the timer mechanism can be made operational wherein the lack of circuit contact will cause alarm so as to indicated sleep apnea.

Abstract: A thin, flexible shield for the mouth to protect against transmission of STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) during cunnilingus and oral-anal sex. A shield (32) is held over the mouth either alone or in a holder assembly (44) by mounting devices which retain the mask against the face of the user. The holder assembly (44) may consist of one or two rings (30U, 30L) interlocked with each other or with the shield to grip the shield.

Abstract: A prophylactic device and associated method for preventing contamination between the mouth and a mouthpiece. The prophylactic device is a generally tubular structure, having a two open ends, that is made of a highly elastic and water impermeable material such as latex. The tubular structure is configured to conform to the contours of the mouthpiece as the mouthpiece is placed within the tubular structure. As the tubular structure is pulled over the mouthpiece, the tubular structure stretches and conforms to the mouthpiece, thus creating a watertight seal against the mouthpiece. When applied to a mouthpiece, the tubular structure covers the exterior surfaces of the mouthpiece. One end of the tubular structure is the folded into itself and is passed through the center of the mouthpiece, thereby protecting the interior surfaces of the mouthpiece.

Abstract: A dental device is provided in which a post extends downward from an upper arch to cause a lower arch to extend forward, thereby causing a user's lower jaw to extend forward.

Abstract: A mouthguard which has a generally U-shaped intra-oral portion for placement in a patient's mouth and a generally U-shaped extra-oral portion which is placed outside the patient's mouth. The intra-oral portion may be shaped for bilateral placement between the upper and lower anterior teeth or the upper and lower posterior teeth, or for unilateral placement between the upper and lower canine teeth. There are narrow indentations between the arms of the extra-oral and intra-oral portions.

Abstract: A hollow tubular mouthpiece that is clampable between the front teeth of a patient that is to receive a medical instrument through the mouth and into the esophagus. The mouthpiece has two spaced flanges to fit over the outside of the lips on the proximal end of the mouthpiece and behind the front teeth on the distal end of the mouthpiece with the intermediate space to be clamped between the biting front teeth. A central hollow passageway permits the instrument to be inserted. A lower curved tongue plate extends inwardly and downwardly to depress the patients tongue and to guide the forward end of the instrument.

Abstract: An intraoral semi-custom device for the prevention of chronic tension and common migraine headaches and temporomandibular disorders that are caused by chronic clenching of the posterior mandibular and maxillary teeth by the temporalis muscle. The semi-custom discluder is a small intraoral device which is obtained and modified by an individual wearer. The device includes a trough, curved to correspond to the curvature of the maxillary incisors, from which distally extends a dome shape. The trough is retained by a resilient material, usually silicone, which is placed into the trough by the wearer and then placed over the maxillary incisors by the wearer. The cured silicone acts as a gasket and retains the device around the wearer's upper incisors. Once in place and the wearer their mouth, the dome will come into contact with one or two lower incisor teeth prior to the posterior teeth coming into contact.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to methods and devices for facilitation of guided tissue and bone regeneration after occurrence of a bony deficit. A mechanical barrier dimensioned to cover the deficit and means for securing the barrier in place are described. More specifically, devices and methods for use in conjunction with tooth extraction are described.

Abstract: A dental appliance for treating temporomandibular joint disorders that includes a U-shaped channel member having an inner side wall and an outer side wall. A plurality of connectors positioned between the inner and outer side walls divide the dental appliance into an upper and lower compartment for receiving a patient's upper and lower teeth, respectively. A pliable material fills the upper and lower compartments so that the grinding or clenching the patient's teeth is prevented and the patient's mandible can be set in a desired position.

Abstract: An adjustable oral device for placement within the mouth of a user to reduce or eliminate snoring. The device comprises an upper member having a substantially curved shape and defining an upwardly oriented channel for receiving at least some of the upper teeth of a user; a lower member having a substantially curved shape and defining a downwardly oriented channel for receiving at least some of the lower teeth of a user; wherein the upper member is adjustably coupled by the user to the lower member in a spaced relationship such that the lower member is positioned relative to the upper member so that when the user's teeth are retained within the device, the user's lower jaw is biased substantially forward of its normal biting or resting position to reduce snoring.

Abstract: The device has a microphone with a combined amplifier, filter and demodulator for detection of snoring noises. If the sleeper is found to be snoring, a control operates a tone generator, which drives a sound emitter via an amplifier for emitting acoustic signals. The individual signals have different frequency distributions and become increasingly unpleasant while the snoring phase lasts. By varying the frequency distribution of the signals, i.e. their pitch, contribution of harmonics, and time modulation, a habituation is prevented. In operation, the control preferably determines which signals have a strong and which signals a weak effect.

Abstract: A mouthguard which has a generally U-shaped intra-oral portion for placement in a patient's mouth and a generally U-shaped extra-oral portion which is placed outside the patient's mouth. The intra-oral portion may be shaped for bilateral placement between the upper and lower anterior teeth or the upper and lower posterior teeth, or for unilateral placement between the upper and lower canine teeth. There are narrow indentations between the arms of the extra-oral and intra-oral portions.

Abstract: An apparatus for intra-oral use including a framework having an upper curved platform and a lower curved platform, each of the platforms being defined by two walls extending from and separated by a floor, a material bonded to the upper and lower curved platform adapted to be molded in a shape suitable for relatively snugly receiving maxillary teeth of a user and for relatively loosely receiving mandibular teeth of the user when the user's mouth is closed in a normal, closing arch, and a cavity formed between the upper and lower platforms adapted to receive the tongue of the user.

Abstract: A disposable shield device which serves to keep food away from the gums and teeth during eating is made from an integral piece of thin plastic film having a substantially rectangular perimeter defined by opposed end edges and parallel first and second long edges. A compliant strip is positioned along the first edge for fitting against the front gum line. Two slits entering from the second edge define a center flap and paired outer flaps. An adhesive strip positioned on the center flap adjacent the second edge enable the outer flaps to securely overlap the center flap, thereby achieving close fit against the rear gum line.

Abstract: A composite bleaching tray has a U-shaped base composed of a nonsoftening, resilient, low compression elastomer. The U-shaped base has an upward outer labial wall. A flexible and tough, softenable thermoplastic sealing portion is molded to the top of the outer labial wall and forms an inner lingual wall. A handle is attached to the U-shaped base for immersing the tray in boiling water for softening the thermoplastic sealing portion. The handle is removable after the bleaching tray is fitted to the mouth. The bleaching tray also includes a sizing kit for selection of the correctly sized small to large bleaching tray for the user.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a facial prophylactic from a fluid impervious stretchable material comprises working the material while in a liquid state to regions of different thicknesses and elasticities to form a mask having a thinner tongue receiving portion generally centrally of the mask and a thicker main portion peripherally of the tongue receiving portion. The overall mask has a one piece construction and is free of any seams penetrating through the mask.

Abstract: A mouthguard for protecting lips against impact trauma on orthodontic appliances (braces), protecting teeth from sports trauma, protecting teeth from clashing together or grinding; and, protecting the temporomandibular joint (T.M.J.) from traumas due to a blow to the mandible. The mouthpiece comprises a curved flexible element, having two or more substantially central apertures extending therethrough and a notched portion on the upper and lower surface thereof. On the inner posterior surface of the element, an inwardly projecting portion extends at right angles thereto on each side of the aperture and designed to be grasped by the teeth. The mouthguard lays against the outer surface of the teeth with the curved flexible element and extends into the buccal folds superiorly and interiorly of the cheek where the muscles hold it in place.

Abstract: A dental device is provided in which an upper arch (12) and a lower arch (14) are inserted in a user's mouth. A deformable material (20) is included with upper arch (12) and lower arch (14) so as to allow a user to form his or her own teeth molding. A post (16) extends from the upper arch (12) and contacts the lower arch (14) so as to extend the user's lower jaw forward, thereby reducing snoring.

Abstract: A mandible repositioning appliance formed by an upper bite block and a lower bite block interconnected by an adjustable mechanism including a posterior section connected to the rear portion of the upper bite block and an anterior section connected to the front portion of the lower bite block and an adjustable interconnection between the anterior and posterior sections. Preferably the adjustable interconnection will include a double thread element rotation of which changes the relative positions of the posterior and interior sections axially of the appliance and abutments to define each incremental rotation of the element. The comfort of the wearer is further improved by using a heat sensitive material in the tooth retention sections and by permitting limited relative lateral movement between the bite blocks.

Abstract: An intra-oral appliance that is associated with a pair of dental arches having a trough for receiving an upper dental arch. A second layer in a covering relation to the first layer opposite the trough, the second layer being relatively harder than the first layer. A third layer in covering relation to the second layer opposite the first layer. The third layer is relatively harder that the second layer.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is a bite block for use with endotracheally intubated patients. The bite block is generally U-shaped and made of a hard but pliable material. The termini of each of the legs of the "U" are wedge shaped, being thinner at the terminus of each leg. A curved rib connects the two legs. The combination of the wedge-shaped legs and the curved rib allow the interjaw compressive forces to be borne by the molars rather than the incisors or front teeth.

Abstract: A mouthguard sizing kit includes a dentition impression plate for placement into the mouth to receive a dentition imprint when forced against the upper dentition suitably by the lower jaw. A mouthguard sizing device is provided which indicates small to large mouthguards for comparison with the dentition imprint on the dentition impression plate for selection of the correctly sized small to large mouthguard for the user.

Abstract: A dentally retained intra-oral appliance worn at night for treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. The appliance maintains the patient's mandible in an anterior, protruded position to prevent obstruction of the pharyngeal airway. The appliance allows a limited degree of lateral movement of the mandible relative to the upper jaw in the protruded position to prevent aggravation of the patient's tempromandibular joint and associated muscles and ligaments. The appliance preferably consists of an upper bite block conforming to the patient's maxillary dentition, a lower bite block conforming to the patient's mandibular dentition, and a connecting assembly secured to an anterior region of the upper and lower bite blocks for adjustably coupling the upper and lower bite blocks together.

Abstract: A wishbone tether is provided for remote anchor attachment of the mouthguard assembly which is worn by the user to protect the teeth, tongue, mouth and lips of the user. The wishbone tether has a U-shaped portion extending from the canine regions of the mouthguard to permit clearance at the forward end of the mouthguard for the unhindered movement of the tongue and lips for clear speaking while wearing the mouthguard assembly. A tab remote connecting portion extends forwardly from the U-shaped portion having attachment structure for remote attachment of the wishbone tether and mouthguard assembly to a remote anchor chosen from a group comprising of a helmet, a headgear, a face mask and an user's neck.

Abstract: This invention relates to a mouth opener with the configuration of integrated twin cups that can be divided into two parts, i.e. a linear configuration body and twin cup body. The two parts have the functions of structural framework and flexible mouth opening support. The head handle is the middle point, joining two tail troughs to form an angle that can produce physical resiliency, so the tail troughs will have flexible supporting function for the mouth. The two tail troughs are provided with bevels which are inserted between the user's upper and lower teeth to insure that the mouth opener is properly and securely positioned in the oral cavity. The belly support wall is a sturdy structure for reinforcement of the fixing and support functions. The remaining fine parts are also designed for the enforcement of aforementioned functions.

Abstract: A composite mouthguard has a flexible and tough, softenable thermoplastic mouthguard portion with a U-shaped base having upward inner lingual and outer labial walls extending from the base. A shock absorbing and attenuating nonsoftening, resilient, low compression, elastomer framework is embedded in the mouthguard portion to absorb, attenuate and dissipate shock forces exerted on the mouthguard during athletic activity.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting and treating teeth including a mouthpiece and storage container is disclosed. The mouthpiece has an arcuate or U-shaped body and is molded from a thin layer of soft, absorbent, and pliable elastomeric material. A continuous U-shaped channel is dimensioned for receiving the upper teeth of a user and is formed in the body in a location adjacent its periphery for a length coextensive with the U-shaped periphery of the body. The body has an integral center portion which arches upwardly from the U-shaped channel to conform to the similarly upwardly arched or convex form of the roof of the mouth or palate of the mouthpiece user. The U-shaped channel may be enclosed and filled with encapsulated setting materials to form a permanent, form-fitting dental impression for the upper teeth of the user. A medicated pad may be adhesively positioned over the enclosed channel to relieve sore gums and teeth.

Abstract: An introduction catheter set for a collapsible, self-expandable implant of the type comprising a number of spring-biased anchoring legs, e.g. a filter for entrapping thrombi or emboli into a blood vessel of a patient comprises a flexible external guide sheath and a flexible internal catheter slidably displaceable inside the guide sheath and having at its distal end a tubular end member, in which a retaining member is slidably arranged for releasably retaining the anchoring legs of the implant in defined angular positions in respect of each other. The retaining member is connected with a flexible displacement member extending throughout the internal catheter with the proximal ends of the displacement member and the internal catheter connected with a first and a second operating member, respectively.

Abstract: The present invention is an oral condom which protects the user from contracting sexually transmitted diseases while engaging in oral, vaginal or anal sex. The oral condom provides an improved protective mask which is capable of protecting the facial area of a user from undesirable exposure to infection carrying microorganisms. The oral condom is shaped like an oval with two lateral leg portions which are attached to two ear attachments respectively. The oral condom includes conformed portions for the lips so that the lips can be more easily moved in a natural way and an extended portion for the tongue so the tongue can move in a natural way and not be hindered by the oral condom.

Abstract: A condom designed for oral-genital sex includes, in one aspect, a device adapted to be worn in the mouth of the person practicing oral sex. The device includes a tubular member having one closed end and formed of thin, pliant, impervious material. Joined to the open end of the tubular member are two or three flanges extending generally radially outwardly and spaced closely together. The flanges are curved out of a plane transverse to the axis of the tubular member to define a channel adapted to receive the upper and lower lips of an average person. The device is gripped by placing the lips within the channel, and closing the jaws slightly to compress and retain the open end of the device. The tubular member may be formed to extend into the mouth of the wearer, for the purpose of performing fellatio. A penis may be inserted into the tubular member without making contact with the lips or mouth or tongue of the wearer.

Abstract: An oral appliance and method for reducing snoring including upper and lower mouthpiece portion, each of which having a rigid structural core and a relatively soft outer portion which may be conformed to fit the upper teeth of the user. The upper and lower mouthpiece portions are first mounted on a holder with the upper mouthpiece portion positioned forward a desired offset amount from the lower mouthpiece portion (preferably about 3.0 mm). The entire assembly is then heated and the outer soft material of the upper and lower mouthpiece portions softens and may be placed in the mouth to permit the mouthpiece portions to be conformed to the upper and lower teeth. Once the upper and lower mouthpiece portions have been properly fitted, the assembly is removed from the mouth and allowed to set into a permanent state. The upper and lower mouthpiece portions are then removed from the holder and attached directly to one another without any offset therebetween forming the full mouthpiece.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to methods and devices for facilitation of tissue and bone guided regeneration of a bony deficit. A mechanical barrier dimension to cover the deficit is provided as are means for securing the barrier in place.

Abstract: Dental appliances formed using this method provide projections of the appliance itself which provide the necessary gripping forces rather than extraneous wires or other parts. The projections are formed by cutting grooves in casts of the teeth arches which will result in a projection, which will bear against the teeth, when the cast surface is duplicated in plastic. A first embodiment forms upper and lower plastic components, each having projections from the casts using the lost wax technique. These components are joined together in a predetermined relationship using a wax bite registration taken while the patient held his jaw in the predetermined relationship, and a dental articulator. A second method forms the plastic components directly over the casts. In this method the components are joined together, while mounted over the patient's arches, with the patient holding his jaw in the predetermined relationship.