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Sleeping better, only one discomfort - any tips would be much appreciated
So, I definitely have the right mask. The hybrid works great for me. There are 3 things currently keeping me up, but only one is really in any way related to my cpap. I have always been a mouth breather. Now, with my machine, I'm not. Even though I can breathe through my mouth with this mask, I don't need to and I automatically keep my mouth shut. I have an overbite. I've noticed that keeping my mouth shut presses one spot of my bottom lip against my teeth, thoroughly irritating my lip and causing a lot of discomfort. What can I do about that? Anyone else have issues with this?
Oh, the other two problems are muscle aches from chronic back problems and my husband snoring. I'm trying to get him to see his doctor about it because he definitely stops breathing at night, but he just won't do it. He does not like to go to the doctor and had his fill of doctors in the last year for another issue. Pretty soon I will set the appointment myself so we can both sleep better.
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Permalink Reply by Amy on
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I am going to answer the last issue first. A majority of the married men who come to my lab do so because their wives set the appt. or send them to the couch.
The back aches may be due to you needing a different mattress of pillow. If you have not changed your pillow in teh last 6 months I would try that first.
As to the overbite. It is quite common when you correct the sleep apnea that mouth breathing is reduced. I would look at getting a mouth guard for teeth grinding. You can find over the counter ones or your dentist can make one for you. It should not interfere with the mask. I would also try calling the DME company or your physician they may have another suggestion for you.
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Permalink Reply by Brandy Winteler on
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Thank you so much!
The back pain is largely due to minor car accidents when I was younger. I do see a chiropractor for it. I am in need of a new pillow and will be taking care of that soon, which I know will help a lot.
I will definitely look into the mouth guard. Where would I find an OTC one?
When I get home this afternoon, I will work with my husband to set an appointment. I actually suspected he had sleep apnea long before I even considered that I might, it is that distinct. He will be snoring, then nothing for a moment or two, then a loud snort that usually wakes him up a little.
Thanks again!
Amy said:I am going to answer the last issue first. A majority of the married men who come to my lab do so because their wives set the appt. or send them to the couch.
The back aches may be due to you needing a different mattress of pillow. If you have not changed your pillow in teh last 6 months I would try that first.
As to the overbite. It is quite common when you correct the sleep apnea that mouth breathing is reduced. I would look at getting a mouth guard for teeth grinding. You can find over the counter ones or your dentist can make one for you. It should not interfere with the mask. I would also try calling the DME company or your physician they may have another suggestion for you.
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Permalink Reply by Donna B. on
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Brandy, I just purchased the Contour Living pillow. I love it ! My headgear doesn't move when I turn on my side and my neck is supported nicely so that I don't wake up in the morning all stiff. It has a nice indentation for your ears so they have room to breath and don't ache from laying on them all night. I got mine at my DME supplier. It was actually less expensive than online.
I too see a Chiropractor as I have 3 degenerative disks in the lower part of my neck. (C5,6,7) It helps tremendously with my nerve pain and keeps me well overall.
As far as the mouth guard, you should be able to find it at any pharmacy. I know I have seen them here at Walgreen's, CVS.
If you have to go to the appointment with your husband and push him in the door, DO IT !! Do not take no for an answer. :)
Donna B.
Brandy Winteler said:Thank you so much!
The back pain is largely due to minor car accidents when I was younger. I do see a chiropractor for it. I am in need of a new pillow and will be taking care of that soon, which I know will help a lot.
I will definitely look into the mouth guard. Where would I find an OTC one?
When I get home this afternoon, I will work with my husband to set an appointment. I actually suspected he had sleep apnea long before I even considered that I might, it is that distinct. He will be snoring, then nothing for a moment or two, then a loud snort that usually wakes him up a little.
Thanks again!
Amy said:I am going to answer the last issue first. A majority of the married men who come to my lab do so because their wives set the appt. or send them to the couch.
The back aches may be due to you needing a different mattress of pillow. If you have not changed your pillow in teh last 6 months I would try that first.
As to the overbite. It is quite common when you correct the sleep apnea that mouth breathing is reduced. I would look at getting a mouth guard for teeth grinding. You can find over the counter ones or your dentist can make one for you. It should not interfere with the mask. I would also try calling the DME company or your physician they may have another suggestion for you.
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Ear plugs.
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