an endotracheal tube holder having a locking piece and a center piece which are assembled so that one piece is movable relative to the other . each piece has a part of a gripping jaw for the tube which is to be inserted in the patient &# 39 ; s mouth and a locking arrangement which holds the two pieces in a fixed relationship with the gripping jaws aligned and holding the tube . the tube holder also has openings to provide access to the patient &# 39 ; s mouth . the tube holder also has an integral bite block . further , an integral taping projection is provided as well .