The bite block with a cushioned design that reduces oral injuries — designed by a respiratory therapist.
Request Evaluation KitHealthTrust Contract #962998
Lock-Tight integrates seamlessly into your existing airway management workflows — wherever bite protection matters.
Secure bite protection during prolonged mechanical ventilation. Maintains airway patency while reducing the 43% incidence rate of oral pressure injuries.
Rapid deployment for emergency intubations in the ED and ambulance services. Simple placement with minimal training means protection starts immediately.
Protection during emergence from anesthesia — the highest-risk period for dental injuries. Compatible with OR workflow standards.
Reliable bite protection for patients with tracheostomies requiring extended airway management in chronic ventilation and long-term care settings.
Designed for extended ventilation periods seen in ARDS and respiratory failure. Built to maintain performance for 7+ days of continuous use.
Secure "Lock-Tight" mechanism prevents displacement during patient movement and agitation. Stays in place when other solutions fail.
Current bite blocks force a trade-off: protect the tube OR protect the patient. Lock-Tight was engineered to do both.
Hard bite blocks increase oral pressure injuries by 55%
Lock-Tight's protective rubber cushion provides bite resistance without the tissue damage caused by rigid plastic. Address the 43.1% oral pressure injury rate in intubated ICU patients.
Average dental injury claim: $2,600
Patients who aren't sedated correctly bite down hard. Traditional bite blocks have no give — leading to broken teeth and costly corrective surgeries. Lock-Tight's cushioned design absorbs that force.
12% of ICU patients experience tube occlusion
Patient biting can occlude or damage endotracheal tubes, causing life-threatening ventilation failure. Lock-Tight's rigid core prevents tube collapse and kinking.
Rolled gauze. Popsicle sticks. Cut syringes. These dangerous improvised solutions persist in hospitals nationwide. Lock-Tight provides a standardized, commercially-supported alternative.
VAP costs hospitals $40,000 per episode
Lock-Tight's design allows proper access for oral hygiene — a critical component of VAP prevention bundles. Don't let your bite block compromise infection control.
RT-led in-service training takes less than 10 minutes. No new competencies. No new certifications. Simple placement that integrates with your existing airway workflows from day one.
Lock-Tight was created by Darrell Harris, a respiratory therapist with 15 years of frontline experience who saw firsthand the gap in patient care during COVID-19.
"I traveled to different hospitals during COVID and saw the same problem everywhere — bite blocks that broke teeth, popsicle sticks used as improvised solutions, and patients getting hurt. I built Lock-Tight because we deserved better."
— Darrell Harris, RT, Founder
Lock-Tight is an approved vendor through HealthTrust (Contract #962998), SupplierONE, and Supplier Gateway — providing access to 1,600+ hospitals.
After a single social media post, seven hospitals contacted us within 72 hours requesting information. The need for better bite protection is urgent.
Lock-Tight isn't a concept — it's a reality. With over 100,000 units already manufactured, we're ready to fulfill orders and support your facility.
Every design decision prioritizes patient safety. The hard plastic core protects the tube. The rubber cushion protects oral tissues. Together, they solve a problem competitors ignore.
We understand hospital procurement. We'll provide the VAC forms, clinical documentation, and support materials your committee needs to make an informed decision.
FDA compliant manufacturing under ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 quality standards. Built to the same standards you expect from major medical device manufacturers.
Ready to see how Lock-Tight can improve patient safety at your facility? Complete the form and we'll send you everything you need to start the evaluation process — including VAC documentation.
Already a HealthTrust member? Lock-Tight is available in your catalog under Contract #962998
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