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by RogerSC » Tue Feb 27, 2018 7:23 pm
Okay, one suggestion here...Of the nasal pillow masks that I've used, the TAP PAP has had the lowest leak numbers for me. When I look at my cpap LCD display in the morning, I usually see "0 lpm" for the 95% leak number. The mask doesn't require any attachments other than being anchored to your upper jaw teeth. So you don't need the usual straps on your head. Assuming that your upper teeth are in good health. It is a little odd, since the mask goes through your lips, which can lead to some drooling with some people (like me). But, for me, it has been the most stable, least leaky nasal pillow mask that I've used.
Not sure how it would work for a stomach sleeper, of course, since I'm a side sleeper, but I move around quite a lot at night. So it's probably going to be fine. On the other hand, it is an acquired taste, not everyone likes it. And it takes some work to initially set it up, boil and bite, essentially. Something to try, though, and if you like it, you should be able to control your leaks very well. I'm not in love with it, but it is doing the job for me at the moment.