Printed from titanium and coated with a medical grade plastic, the mouthpiece is customised for each patient. Using a 3D scanner to map a patient’s mouth, CSIRO researchers and Australian dental company, Oventus, can now print a mouthpiece which prevents dangerous pauses in breath during sleep.
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