MADISON, Wis., Aug. 14 (Nationwide Times) — Augmental’s MouthPad is a custom-fitted mouthpiece that lets users control phones, tablets and computers with tongue and head movements. The device costs $1,400 for one unit and connects to compatible devices through Bluetooth.
Augmental says MouthPad is currently sold and shipped only to U.S. addresses. The company says the device can still be used outside the United States because it is not geographically restricted.
How MouthPad works
A pressure-sensitive touchpad sits against the roof of the user’s mouth. Sensors interpret movements from the tongue and head and translate them into actions such as moving a cursor, clicking, scrolling, dragging and swiping, according to Augmental and a 2024 report from MIT News.
A press of the tongue can act as a left click or begin a click-and-drag action. Augmental also says a sip gesture can serve as a right click. Head movements provide another way to guide the cursor.
The device is designed to work with macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android, according to Augmental. It can pair with phones, tablets and computers over Bluetooth.
Why the device is aimed at accessibility
Augmental says MouthPad was developed as another way for people with limited mobility to interact with everyday technology. Because it is operated inside the mouth, it may offer an alternative for people who cannot easily use a conventional mouse, keyboard or touchscreen.
The company says the product is intended for people over 18 who have sufficient tongue dexterity. The available product information does not establish how well it performs for different users, or how it affects comfort, speech or long-term use. No independent performance or accessibility testing is identified in the sources cited here.
Custom fitting adds time and cost
MouthPad is not a standard-size wearable. Augmental says each unit is made for an individual user after an intraoral or dental 3D scan. The company says the scan generally costs between $50 and $150, depending on the provider.
Augmental estimates delivery at about six months after it receives the scan. A second device for the same user costs $500 more, bringing the price for two units to $1,900.
The company announced public U.S. sales on July 22, 2026, after an Early Access program that began in 2024. Augmental’s current sales and shipping limits mean that people outside the United States may be able to use the device but cannot currently order it for delivery directly from the company, based on the availability information cited here.
What remains unclear
Augmental’s product information describes the device’s controls and compatibility but does not independently verify its accuracy, comfort or accessibility benefits. The available sources also do not establish whether MouthPad has received regulatory clearance, what health and safety testing it has undergone, or whether insurance plans reimburse its cost.
Those limits matter because MouthPad is a custom medical-adjacent device that sits in the mouth for extended use. Its high price, required scan and long delivery estimate also make it a specialized product rather than a general replacement for a computer mouse.
