dryness in the mouth

Tzvidvo · Post by **Tzvidvo** » Sun Jun 10, 2012 2:42 am

I have been using a Cpap machine for close to 12 years and I have had a problem of dryness in the mouth on and off. Last year I changed to a nostril mask in the hope that It would solve the problem. It did not. Does anything have a similar problem that could offer some advice?

LSAT · Post by **LSAT** » Sun Jun 10, 2012 5:29 am

Sounds like mouth breathing. Have you tried using a chinstrap to keep your mouth closed?

Julie · Post by **Julie** » Sun Jun 10, 2012 6:57 am

You probably need a 'full face' mask - i.e. a nasal mask that extends to also just cover your mouth - look on Cpap.com for 'masks', then 'full face' and maybe look at the Quattro FX which is very popular. The FF masks let you mouth breathe without losing the air being pumped in to keep your throat open... you have probably been having very ineffective treatment for years.

Tino2You · Post by **Tino2You** » Sun Jun 10, 2012 7:17 am

I second the use of a chin strap. Solved my problem.

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