Chin strap or mouth tape
Chin strap or mouth tape
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.
- Dog Slobber
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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape
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/
I tape with Cover Roll Stretch.
https://www.amazon.com/Cover-Roll-Stret ... 01F9JFBBY/
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- Miss Emerita
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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape
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
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.
good luck!
viewtopic/p1089718/viewtopic.php?f=1&t= ... s#p1086296
i also use a firm foam cervical collar with this.
good luck!
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Re: Chin strap or mouth tape
As a recent "mouth taper", someone recommended this product, and it works fantastically...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KOC7FFM?ps ... ct_details
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KOC7FFM?ps ... ct_details
Re: Chin strap or mouth tape
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.
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
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.