CPAP causing TMJ / Jaw pain to increase

[blaird89]

Hey I use a full CPAP face mask and am in my first full month of use, I have had TMJ issues in the past but noticed it flair up recently. Anyone have tips on how to reduce this? Would a full face mask be worse for this? Should I get a different one?

[chunkyfrog]

Full face masks are the worst for TMJ, because they press on your lower face.
Nasal pillows are the least invasive--Bleep the very least.
Cloth masks (Sleepweaver) are also good, as they need to be worn very loosely.

[dataq1]

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[ChicagoGranny]

Hey I use a full CPAP face mask and am in my first full month of use, I have had TMJ issues in the past but noticed it flair up recently. Anyone have tips on how to reduce this? Would a full face mask be worse for this? Should I get a different one?

Be careful of advice sent to you by PM. Sometimes, people are trying to hide bad advice from peer review.

[readingteacher]

I have a severe TMJ disorder caused by a faulty TMJ implant that was recalled by the FDA in 1990. I was told by my dentist and my physical therapist that I could not use a full face mask due to pressure on my jaw. I use a nasal pillow mask. I also use mouth tape to keep my mouth closed and prevent mouth leaks. I have found that my jaw is actually able to relax against the mouth tape, and I clench my jaw less with the tape!

You could try loosening the mask straps to see if you can find a sweet spot between sealing the mask and pressure against your jaw. However, you are probably going to have to try a different mask to find one that puts no pressure against your jaw.

Finding a mask is probably the most difficult part of using a CPAP for many people. Keep trying, and good luck!

[dataq1]

And sometimes they just want to share their story privately rather than providing advice.

[jimbud]

And sometimes they just want to share their story privately rather than providing advice.

Post by dataq1 » Fri Jun 17, 2022 1:16 pm
First I don't understand why y'all are making such a fuss about honesty.

Beware.

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