The Side Biter is a specialized, innovative chewing and swallowing tool that provides a 3-level systematic approach that gradually allows therapeutic amounts of food to enter the mouth which stimulates and exercises a patient’s oral cavity (lips, tongue, jaw). The Side Biter gradually and safely aids in the development of food acceptance for effective chewing and side biting skills, lateral and rotary tongue motion in the oral phase of eating and swallowing for ages 2 to 102 years of age. A complete dysphagia evaluation is required prior to medical use.