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jsmit86 wrote: ↑

Mon Aug 05, 2019 7:38 am

You might want to try the Resmed AirTouch F20 mask.
It uses a memory foam cushion instead of silicone.
I have used the AirFit F20 which is similar to your F10, and I also have used the AirTouch type.
I have found that the AirTouch with memory foam is easier to adjust and control leaks. Generally speaking it provides a better seal.

That could be worth a try.

At least for me, the Airtouch F20 with an added pad-a-cheek anti-leak strap was transformative. Masks last me a long time but I burn through cushions about every six weeks ($30 on Amazon).

The Baby Crow wrote: ↑

Mon Aug 05, 2019 6:40 am

Any have a suggestion for a mask that doesn't leak? Seem an impossible task! With the amount they charge for masks there must be once that works for mouth breathers without leaking! Thanks.

The Bleep Dreamport: viewtopic/t174807/BleepDreamPort-nasal- ... ?#p1289932

I do not have much leak if any wearing the RespCare Universal Hybrid FFM. It has pillows and covers the mouth so can breathe thru nose or mouth without losing therapy air, comes with 3 sizes of each to get a good fit. Our host has return insurance in case it doesn't work for you. A mouth breather (thanks to chronic allergies/vasomotor rhinitis), I am a sidesleeper with pressure range 9.8-16 and worn this mask since 2009 (it handles low to high pressures). Playing with humidifier settings helped manage my congestion.

I must absolutely have a clean face when I mask-up, any facial oil means I cannot get a good seal. So nightly washing of face and daily washing of mask.

I bought the AirFit F20.....wish me luck!

A simplus full won't leak

Strap down tight

Sleep on back

Patriot Partner wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:35 am

A simplus full won't leak

Sure it will if not fitted properly or not the correct size

Patriot Partner wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:35 am

Strap down tight

Actually counter productive if a person really studies up on how masks need to inflate to actually seal. Cranking it down tight doesn't allow the inflation to happen.

Patriot Partner wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:35 am

Sleep on back

Potentially can cause OSA to worsen and/or need more pressure and the more pressure can make the leaks worse.

Patriot Partner wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:35 am

A simplus full won't leak

Strap down tight

Sleep on back

please bare in mind that we are all different. we don't all wear the same mask. nor have the same leak rates.

won't works for the may not work for me.

zonker wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:33 am

please bare in mind that we are all different. we don't all wear the same mask. nor have the same leak rates.

won't works for the may not work for me.

As often said in the past, one man's trash is another man's treasure. Everybody is different and every face is different. I have tried several masks that did not work for me, but worked for someone else. I was glad to pass many of them along to other people to use.

Okie bipap wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 4:24 pm

zonker wrote: ↑

Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:33 am

please bare in mind that we are all different. we don't all wear the same mask. nor have the same leak rates.

won't works for the may not work for me.

As often said in the past, one man's trash is another man's treasure. Everybody is different and every face is different. I have tried several masks that did not work for me, but worked for someone else. I was glad to pass many of them along to other people to use.

ah and that's because you are a goodhearted man, sir!