Any experience with CPAP Pro "No Mask"??

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SuperGeeky
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Re: Any experience with CPAP Pro "No Mask"??

Post by SuperGeeky » Thu Sep 17, 2009 9:31 am

Any problems dislodging it when you sleep on your sides?
No, I've never had that problem. The real issue, when the 'Boil and Bite' didn't cast well. Then, you don't have a tight grip and tend to constantly bite down. So, if the 'Boil and Bite' comes loose in the middle of the night, you awake because of air blowing around your nose. Or, you notice large leaks on your Encore Reports.

However, if you have a chin strap and a good grip on the 'Boil and Bite' it can be quite comfortable and you fall asleep. I've got to buy a good chin strap. Nice advantage, by the way, you toss and turn, sleep on your side, Cpap Pro is quite comfortable. With one condition!! You need to hang the hose. Simple plastic hook affixed with glue to the wall
I have a strong gag reflex. maybe I should go get a athletic mouth guard and see if I could stand it first.
Athletic mouth guards are pretty cheap. Might not be a bad idea.. I tried to retrofit the 'boil and bite' from a Athletic Guard. Very similar!!
I'm using a swift nasal pillow now, but have to use tape to keep my mouth closed. I'm not sure that would work with the cpap-pro.
I tried cutting a slit into the tape to make it work. It didn't!
Do you know if it can be used with the Resmed machines?
Absolutely!! But call CPap Pro to confirm!
Did you order yours online?
I would call your DME, it's worth your time. I have heard of DME's ordering it. My DME had never heard of it. I also called my Insurer. They said to buy it. But, it fell below the deductible.

Search for a Promo Code on the Internet and get a Discount. Your right, can't use it and then return to Cpap Pro. Once you open the bag, that's it, you own it whether you like it or not...

This is a bold step because as you research Cpap Pro, either people hate it or love it. If cognitive abilities are such in your recovery that you can read instructions and be tenacious about adjusting Cpap Pro, your ready and will be happy. However, if your struggling with your therapy, stay with what's easiest solution.

Take care,

SG

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Re: Any experience with CPAP Pro "No Mask"??

Post by brians34 » Sun Nov 29, 2009 4:09 am

I was looking at this mask and the curved bracket that holds the tubing looks pretty big. This does not hit the pillow when laying on your side? I've tried several nasal pillows and keep going back to using my Swift LT. Would like the get away from the straps going down the side of the face that knocks the pillows out when I turn on my side. I bought a Headrest mask and this mask is great for side sleeping, but makes too much noise for me. Just recently bought a Comfort Lite 2 and haven't been able to get this adjusted to fit me comfortably. I am curiously looking at the CPAP Pro wondering if this might be a good solution. How is it noise wise?
Unit: Respironics REMstar M Series Auto with A-Flex
Mask: Resmed Swift LT nasal pillow

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Re: Any experience with CPAP Pro "No Mask"??

Post by SuperGeeky » Sun Nov 29, 2009 7:29 am

I find with a Nasal mask, the exhaust can become blocked by the pillow when sleeping on my side. And, I'm likely to create a small leak.

CPAP Pro, you can cock your head at a greater degree of angle against the pillow. Exhaust pin holes are on either hose, less likely to block.

Sleep well,

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Re: Any experience with CPAP Pro "No Mask"??

Post by SkepticalOne » Sun Nov 29, 2009 3:18 pm

I had bought one of these and fitted it. Tried it for a few nights. I found that it loosened one of my crowns and so I stopped using it. It also caused my lips to split at the initial usage. I just found it very uncomfortable.

I went back to a nasal direct seal mask. I have never had a problem keeping my mouth closed when using my masks, so I am kind of lucky in that way.