Cpap Mask: Fit Problems Lead to Risky Non-Use or Alternative Oral Appliance Treatment

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 4, 2010 -- According to Mayo Clinic the wrong size or style of mask is a common problem with CPAP. Full face masks that cover the mouth and nose with straps over various areas of the face tend to make many patients feel claustrophobic. Other masks feature nasal pillows that are placed under and into your nose using straps to hold them in place. Also, masks come in different sizes that vary by manufacturer and mask style. Most CPAP masks are adjustable.

The choice of a mask is an important to CPAP compliance. 60% of patients abandon CPAP and many forgo treatment completely. It is vital to treat sleep apnea. Read more about the dangers of sleep apnea at http://www.ihatecpap.com/sleep_apnea_dangers.html

Some of the mask choices are Nasal mask, Full Face mask, Nasal Pillow, Nasal Prong, Hybrid,Oral or total face Regardless of all these options a recent study showed 60% of patients totally abandon Cpap and that patients that use their cpap average only 4-5 hours a day not the recommended 7-8 hours of use.

Oral Appliances are now considered a first line treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea and an alternative treatment for sleep apnea when CPAP is not desired or tolerated.
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The National Sleep Foundation is also aware of poor CPAP compliance but has declared that "Oral Appliances are a therapy whose time has come!"

Dr Thorton has pioneered methods to connect CPAP masks (all types) to oral appliances to increase comfort for the patient. Combination therapy of oral appliances and CPAP can dramatically reduce necessary pressure in CPAP treatment and reduce problems like mask leaks and facial irritations.

If you have sleep apnea or disruptive snoring and do not tolerate CPAP, I HATE CPAP wants to help you find answers go to http://www.IHateCPAP.com. This online sleep medicine resource promotes sleep medicine and emotionally connects with patients who have abandoned CPAP treatment due to negative experiences or prefer to explore an alternative to cpap.

To discuss a dental alternative to CPAP with an experienced sleep apnea dentist in your area, visit the “Find a Doctor” section at http://www.ihatecpap.com/main_directories.html

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