Could a snore device also fight gum disease?
NCT ID NCT06797089
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study tested whether a special oral appliance called myTAP, combined with a mouth shield and deep dental cleaning, can reduce gum disease in people who snore and breathe through their mouth. 43 adults with mild to moderate gum disease completed the 12-week trial. The device aims to improve breathing during sleep and reduce mouth breathing, which may help gum health.
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Texas A&M University College of Dentistry
Dallas, Texas, 75246, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
myTAP oral appliance with mouth shield
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to manage gum disease in people who mouth-breathe and snore.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 43 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and the device may not improve gum health for all users.
Conditions
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