dental cream/fixadent on mouth works better than tape for me

[Ellen]

Roztom - You should invest in some good ear plugs - I've used them for years, as once I finally got to sleep (before CPAP) any little noise would wake me up and here the birds start about 4:30 AM....

Regular earplugs hurt my ear canals so I use the silicone ones that you must "mush" over ear canal for a seal - be sure and wash inside ear first so you get a good seal - NOT into the ear canal, just all around the area....

Bet that would help you sleep.......

[WillyW]

[quote="Ellen"]Roztom - You should invest in some good ear plugs - I've used them for years, as once I finally got to sleep (before CPAP) any little noise would wake me up and here the birds start about 4:30 AM....

Regular earplugs hurt my ear canals so I use the silicone ones that you must "mush" over ear canal for a seal - be sure and wash inside ear first so you get a good seal - NOT into the ear canal, just all around the area....

Bet that would help you sleep.......

[idahogal]

Ok, I have been sitting back watching this unfold and trying the denture stuff as we go. I have been an avid, religious taper for the last few months. I tried the squeeze tube and that just did not work for me. I could not get a good seal no matter what amount I used. I hated trying to get the goo off my lips after several failed attempt. Not totally ready to give up on the whole concept I tried the polygrip strips. AMAZING!!!! No mess, I could get the strip wet and mold it to the shape of my lips. I had a fantastic seal. I just tried it this afternoon so I will have to see how tonight goes. I love this idea thanks.

[Guest]

But isn't using the strips the same as using tape?

[idahogal]

But isn't using the strips the same as using tape?

No, using tape requires covering the outside of you mouth and all around the edges. Using the strips I can seal the parts of my lips that naturally touch and never have anything "around" my mouth.

[krousseau]

To wake up on time if you are using earplugs put a light on a timer and wake up to light. There are lamps that start dim and over a 15 min or so period get brighter. Sort of like natural sunlight -but you get to choose the time. If you wear an eye mask and earplugs you're in trouble until you train yourself to waken at a specific time.

[Guest]

But isn't using the strips the same as using tape?

No, using tape requires covering the outside of you mouth and all around the edges. Using the strips I can seal the parts of my lips that naturally touch and never have anything "around" my mouth.

Ah, I see! That would be an improvement! I will head off to Walgreens for my PoliGrip strips tonight! (I'm out of KY Jelly for my nares, so I'll get some more of that too. I suppose the cashier will be thinking, "Wow, even old broads with dentures still get some action.")

[woozle]

I have also been hit and miss with the cream - and I tried the strips also they really work well - better idea! thanks

[Guest]

Ellen, as I recall you were still being awakened by your husband's snoring even with earplugs. I have the same problem. Do the silicone ones work better to block out the sound?

[idahogal]

But isn't using the strips the same as using tape?

No, using tape requires covering the outside of you mouth and all around the edges. Using the strips I can seal the parts of my lips that naturally touch and never have anything "around" my mouth.

Ah, I see! That would be an improvement! I will head off to Walgreens for my PoliGrip strips tonight! (I'm out of KY Jelly for my nares, so I'll get some more of that too. I suppose the cashier will be thinking, "Wow, even old broads with dentures still get some action.")

[Goofproof]

Has anyone tried Preperation H? It might shrink your lips so small no air can get out, just a thought! I'm glad a FF Mask by-passes that problem. Jim

[idahogal]

ROFL I can remember my mom using that stuff around her mouth to get rid of her smokers wrinkles. I was in my teens and had to struggle to keep from spouting out the various names for her that popped into my head.

[Guest]

Updating my shopping list:

PoliGrip Strips
KY Jelly
Preperation H.

Oh dear...

[Jimm]

Updating my shopping list:

PoliGrip Strips
KY Jelly
Preperation H.

Oh dear...

Don't forget the XXXL size pantyhose!

[Snoozin' Bluezzz]

I think the Polygrip strips may be a winner for me. I used them last night to great effect. I had a requirement to open my mouth last night to take a med and they even resealed fine. No fuss, no muss. I may stick with them for awhile. Cooler, as in less warm, than tape as well.

SB