BTTT: Biological Tendon-like Tether Technology
Revolutionary MedTech solution for Obstructive Sleep Apnea that guides your body to heal itself, creating a natural biological tether that replaces the device completely.
What is BTTT?
BTTT is an innovative implantable medical device that treats Obstructive Sleep Apnea by advancing the tongue base 10mm, preventing airway collapse during sleep while your body naturally grows its own biological replacement.
How It Works
BTTT functions as a sophisticated tissue engineering scaffold that provides immediate mechanical support while guiding your body's natural healing processes.
The device advances the tongue base by 10 millimeters, creating the space needed to keep your airway open during sleep.
The magic happens over the following 8 months: stem cells migrate into the device's micron-sized pores, depositing collagen in parallel lines to form a natural tendon-like tether.
As this biological replacement strengthens, the original device safely dissolves and disappears completely.
The Science Behind It
BTTT represents a breakthrough in tissue engineering within the MedTech space. Unlike permanent implants, this device serves as a temporary blueprint that teaches your body how to create its own solution.
The porous polyurethane scaffold and slow-degrading PDO sutures work together to provide initial structural support while gradually transferring mechanical function to the newly formed biological tissue.
After 8 months, you're left with your body's own natural tendon-like tether— no foreign materials remain.
Device Components
Porous Polyurethane Scaffold
A tubular, sponge-like structure with micron-sized pores that facilitate cellular ingrowth and guide stem cell migration for optimal tissue formation.
PDO Sutures (4)
Slow-degrading Polydioxanone sutures provide mechanical anchorage from tongue base to chin, with three buttonholes (10mm apart) for precise placement and secure titanium screw attachment.
Titanium Screw
Single biocompatible titanium screw fixed to the mandible (chin) provides stable anchor point for the device while tissue integration occurs.
Atraumatic Needles
Four specialized needles facilitate safe insertion and secure placement into the tongue base. These surgical tools are discarded after the procedure.
The Transformation Process
Surgical Implantation
BTTT device is surgically placed, immediately advancing the tongue base 10mm and opening the airway for improved breathing during sleep
Weeks 1-4: Initial Integration
Stem cells begin migrating into the porous scaffold. The device provides mechanical support while your body starts the healing process.
Months 2-6: Tissue Development
Collagen deposition accelerates as your body builds new tissue in parallel lines, forming a strong, natural tendon-like structure.
Month 8: Complete Transformation
The original device has completely dissolved and is undetectable. Your body now maintains airway patency with its own biological tendon-like tether.