%#$! is a correct statement. Remember that insurance companies are for profit. I fought with my insurance company for six months to get my Dynasplint. After several letters and many phone calls, they are covering the Dynasplint for 3 months. This means I have to again start the process all over to extend the 3 months. Good luck. The tongue blades are very temporary. Even though I now have Radiation Fibrosis and my mouth opening is still horrible, I do credit the Dynasplint with keeping me at least able to eat. The only advice I can give you is to bug the heck out the insurance companies or be willing to pay for the device yourself.