At Applied Project, we are proud to showcase our collaboration with OVENTUS on an innovative healthcare solution aimed at improving the lives of sleep apnea patients. This project involved designing a custom mouthpiece tailored to each patient’s unique oral anatomy, offering a comfortable and effective treatment option.

The Challenge

Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder affecting millions worldwide. It causes repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, leading to daytime fatigue, cardiovascular complications, and reduced quality of life. Traditional treatments, such as CPAP machines, can be cumbersome and uncomfortable, resulting in low patient compliance.

Our Solution

OVENTUS developed a custom mouthpiece designed to keep the airway open during sleep. Unlike standard one-size-fits-all solutions, this mouthpiece is personalised for each patient, ensuring maximum comfort and effectiveness. The device works by gently positioning the jaw forward, preventing airway collapse and improving sleep quality.

Our Process

The creation of each custom mouthpiece follows a seamless, patient-friendly workflow:

1. Scanning – Patients visit a local chemist to have their mouth scanned using advanced imaging technology, capturing precise oral dimensions.

2. Data Transmission – Scan data is securely sent to OVENTUS for processing.

3. Design – As authorised designers, we use specialised CSIRO-developed software to create a 3D model of the mouthpiece, tailored to each patient’s anatomy.

4. 3D Printing – The final design is 3D printed at OVENTUS’s facility, ensuring high precision and quality.

During the design phase, our team:

• Analysed scan data to understand each patient’s oral anatomy.

• Created accurate 3D models using CSIRO software.

• Ensured designs met all functional requirements for treating sleep apnea.

• Collaborated with OVENTUS to refine and finalise designs based on feedback.

Technology Used

• High-Resolution Scanners – Capture detailed oral images for customisation.

• Design Software (CSIRO) – Generates precise 3D models tailored to each patient.

• Advanced 3D Printing – Manufactures mouthpieces with exceptional accuracy and rapid turnaround.

Benefits

• Personalised Fit – Comfortably designed for each patient.

• Non-Invasive – Easier to use and maintain than traditional CPAP devices.

• Improved Compliance – Comfortable design encourages consistent use.

• Accessible – Scanning can be done conveniently at local chemists.

Patients and healthcare professionals alike have praised the solution. One patient shared, “I struggled with CPAP for years, but the custom mouthpiece has been a game-changer. I finally get a good night’s sleep.” Dr. Smith, a sleep specialist, noted, “Providing a personalised solution has greatly improved patient outcomes. The mouthpiece is easy to use and highly effective.”

Outcome

Through our collaboration with OVENTUS, we contributed to a groundbreaking solution for sleep apnea patients. By leveraging advanced technology and our design expertise, we helped create a product that addresses a major health issue while enhancing quality of life. This project exemplifies the impact of innovation and collaboration in healthcare.