MouthPad is a tongue‑controlled computer mouse developed by a company that specializes in body‑coupled interfaces. The device is worn over the upper teeth and connects via Bluetooth to a computer. Its design allows users to control a cursor without using their hands.
The pad features a pressure‑sensitive surface on the palate that registers tongue movements. These movements are interpreted alongside head tracking data to manage pointer movement, clicks, and scrolling. Users can adjust the gesture set through a companion application.
Each unit is custom‑made for its wearer, requiring a dental scan that costs approximately $100. The scan is followed by a production period that typically takes six months before the device is shipped. The product is currently available only in the United States.
The retail price for a MouthPad is $1,400, excluding the dental scan fee. Customers who have purchased the device report daily use, particularly those with limited mobility. One user has noted cursor precision comparable to certain implanted brain‑computer interfaces.
Demand for the device has led to a waitlist exceeding 6,300 individuals. The list includes professionals such as surgeons, technicians, pianists, boxers, and mechanics who require hands‑free computer interaction. The growing interest reflects the potential of tongue‑controlled interfaces for accessibility and specialized work environments.
