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The Respironics Chinstrap White is a basic chinstrap designed to attach to the headgear straps of the mask. It is lightweight and easy to use.
The chin cradle of the Respironics Chinstrap White has a narrow section and a wider section. The chinstrap can be positioned either way, allowing the user to decide on the best orientation for the best fit.
A chinstrap can be helpful if the mouth drops open during sleep and the mouth is drying out. That usually a strong sign that the jaw is dropping, allowing the air from the CPAP to flow out the mouth.
A full face mask or hybrid mask can be used without a chinstrap because the seal covers both the nose and mouth. A full face mask will allow you to breathe through your mouth or through your nose.
If you suffer from chronic sinus issues, a full face mask or an oral face mask are good options. Oral masks work best for mouth breathers with blocked nasal passages. You must use a heated humidifier with the oral mask. CPAP.com sells the Oracle HC452 Oral CPAP mask.
If you are a mouth breather who cannot or who does not want to wear a chinstrap, please see our recommended masks for Mouth Breathers.
Here are some suggested items that may help with mouth breathing:
Hybrid Masks
Oral Masks
Full Face Masks
Chinstraps
When using a nasal device with a CPAP, it is imperative that the mouth remain closed for the pressure to be maintained and the therapy to be effective. Most people will automatically keep their mouth closed while on CPAP, but some are unable to do so, at least in the beginning of the therapy.
Use of a Chinstrap is the first response to opening the mouth during sleep. It is worn in addition to the CPAP mask to hold the jaw up and help keep the mouth closed.
Even with the use of a chinstrap, some people are still able to breathe through their teeth and lips. If so, a Full Face Mask is an option worth considering.
Here are some recommended chinstraps:
Ruby-Style Adjustable Chinstrap with Extension Strap
Deluxe-Style Chinstrap
Premium Chinstrap
Halo Chinstrap
For greater strength, a wider chinstrap is available. The width of the strap is sufficient to cup the chin, and narrow straps are available to attach across the forehead to keep the chinstrap from falling back, as well as across the back of the head to keep it from falling forward. This style of chinstrap is more stable, but it may cover the ears. An example of this type of chinstrap is the Premium Chinstrap.
Another style of chinstrap is a series of straps that cup the chin at a lower angle for greater support, and include the stabilizing straps in the design. An example of this type of chinstrap is the CPAP.com Deluxe Chinstrap.
The correlation between the lack of humidification and mouth leaks is a topic being heavily researched. Studies are now being conducted on the hypothesis that a large amount of mouth leakage is caused by the following cycle:
- CPAP therapy is used with ineffective or no humidification.
- The nasal membranes are unable to adequately condition the increased airflow and after a few minutes the airway and nasal passages become dry.
- To remedy the dryness and obtain moisture, the body uses the mouth to breathe.
- CPAP air follows the path of least resistance and leaks out of the open mouth.
- The air leaking through the mouth causes more dryness.
- Patient wakes up feeling tired with significant dryness in mouth and dry, swollen nasal passages.
The answer to this cycle is humidification. If the mouth continues to open during sleep, a chinstrap may be needed to hold the jaw up so that the mouth can close. If mouth breathing continues, a full face mask that covers the nose and mouth is indicated.
First be sure the mask is not leaking. If it is six to nine months old and leaking, try replacing it. If it is new and leaking, we can help you get a better size.
If your mask is new and NOT leaking, try a chinstrap to keep your jaw up and mouth closed. If a chinstrap doesn't solve the problem, try a full face mask that covers your nose and mouth.
If you use a full face mask and have a dry mouth, try adding a heated humidifier to add moisture.
This does not work well with the Nuance Pro - I had to rig it make it work but very comfortable.
Great idea but the velcro on the straps isn't strong enough to hold the chin strap in place.
Best I have used.
Like this product, made a few modifications for my comfort. Works great!
The picture is misleading Strap is too short does not reach over my head Instruction booklet pathetic with small vague pictures. Chin portion in nice
I cannot tell any difference with the chin strap. I am still getting leaks. It is stretchy so my mouth still opens during sleep.
I like this chinstrap very much. I've used these chinstraps over one year now. Thank you
Too flimsy, will not stay in place trough the night.
works well. could make it so it adjusts a bit shorter.
Small and compact but not easy to use with my Eason headgear
I had to modify this chin strap to fasten on top of head. Best one I have used. Soft material on the face is a plus.
I have had several of these. They are inexpensive and effective.