Clinical dentistry by Michael C. DiTolla, DDS, FAGD
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IntroductionHow to attach the device to the tongue.Figure #1The device attaches through negative suction. -
Figure #2Advise the patient to push tongue gently into the aveoTSD, until the tongue just touches the sides of the device. -
Figure #3Gently squeeze the upper and lower ends of the bulb between the forefinger and thumb. -
Figure #4By using a gentle repeated pumping action, the tongue will be drawn gently into the aveoTSD. Draw the tongue into the device until the device is firmly attached, not too tight and not too loose. NOTE: Too much suction will cause discomfort. Not enough suction will cause the aveoTSD to fall off. For longer tongues, a clip-on UniSpacer can help to hold the aveoTSD in place during sleep.
