Chin strap or mouth tape

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Recoil
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Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by Recoil » Thu Feb 22, 2024 1:29 pm

I just switched from a full mask to a nasal mask. Last night I had a large leak and I recall waking up because my machine turned off so I think I had opened my mouth during sleep. Do you all recommend a chin strap or mouth take and if so, which ones to prevent mouth opening/breathing. I am wrapping up my first month and still trying to find the perfect mask/option for me.

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Dog Slobber
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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by Dog Slobber » Thu Feb 22, 2024 4:28 pm

Chin straps keep you chin up, but they don't necessarily keep you mouth closed or stop mouth-breathing.

I tape with Cover Roll Stretch.

https://www.amazon.com/Cover-Roll-Stret ... 01F9JFBBY/

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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by Miss Emerita » Thu Feb 22, 2024 5:32 pm

Like DS, I use tape. But if jaw-dropping is your main problem, you could try a soft cervical collar instead of a chin strap.
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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by zonker » Thu Feb 22, 2024 10:41 pm

here's jay aitchsee with a suggestion that i use-

viewtopic/p1089718/viewtopic.php?f=1&t= ... s#p1086296

i also use a firm foam cervical collar with this.

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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by MikeekiM » Fri Feb 23, 2024 11:38 am

As a recent "mouth taper", someone recommended this product, and it works fantastically...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KOC7FFM?ps ... ct_details

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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by CpapBrad » Wed Feb 28, 2024 7:40 am

Has a user tried the Cover-Roll Stretch tape and the Nexcare Strong Hold Pain-Free Removal Tape to determine which worked best?

I'm currently trying the Nexcare Strong Hold Pain-Free Removal Tape, which is practical and comfortable. There is a significant cost difference between the products.

Thanks.

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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by robbob2112 » Thu Feb 29, 2024 8:41 am

They work about the same, I tried a variety to start with and landed on the cover roll because it it way cheaper than the Nexcare and works for me.

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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape

Post by CpapBrad » Thu Feb 29, 2024 9:27 am

Thank you. :)