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Mouth tape at high pressure levels - readyforsleep - 09-16-2023
I'm thinking about trying a nasal pillow mask with mouth tape. My current bipap pressures are 18/14. Anyone successfully tape at this level? If so what tape do you use? Thanks.
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - mawaw1992 - 09-16-2023
For years I always used the Somnifix mouth strips but I continued to have mouth leaks through out the night. In the last month I have switched to he Cover All Stretch Roll tape and my leaks have basically disappeared. I recently tried it at a pressure of 18 with no problems. Just be sure and dog ear one of the corners to be able to pull it off easily, especially in case of an emergency such as when the electricity goes out during the night. LeftyLanky has a video on his YouTube channel that you can watch where he discusses taping your mouth using the tape I mentioned.
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - readyforsleep - 09-17-2023
Such good information. Thank you!
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - Expat31 - 09-17-2023
I used CoverRoll 10 cms tape for a couple of years, and it really worked well UNTIL they discontinued it and replaced with 5 cm.
I found this tape not much use as it would not hold under the assult of pressure and saliver working its way though. Leaksaks were backwith a vengeance!
I now use 3M 10cm Medipore tape and guarantees a good seal. There is a however a downside, as the adhesive is quite strong, and I need to soak it for a few moments to get it off in the morning.
An inconvenience, and on the balance of things I stillconsider it worthwhile.
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - readyforsleep - 09-17-2023
Another good one to try. Thank you!
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - mesenteria - 09-17-2023
3M 'NexCare' 'Strong Hold' tape, light blue in colour, available widely. If you clean around your mouth well prior to applying it, you can get at least one more application the following night. I get three, occasionally four uses. The trick, apart from the very clean lips and area around the mouth, is to remove it vvvveeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrryyy sllllloooooooowwwwwwlly the next morning. It takes me almost two minutes, with gentle pressure, to remove it. Roll it around the spool to keep the adhesive from drying out or getting dust on it, and you're good to go for at least one more night. Halves the cost...if that is a concern at all.
RE: Mouth tape at high pressure levels - Rich66 - 09-17-2023
I used Cover Roll for a couple of years -- I also put lip balm first, then double layered the tape.