TAP PAP Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Stability Mouthpiece

The mouthpiece is nothing more than a hard plastic jaw shaped depression. Impossible to keep from slipping.

Okay, I use these reviews to help my decision making so it is fair that I give back by contributing.... I just ordered my second one of these to replace the one I have been using for three years. I am replacing because my dog chewed my old one. Otherwise I would still be using it. I have tried five different brand/models over the years and this one is by far my favorite. Second would be the Sleepweaver Elan. It is a fairly distant second. When my old Tap Pap was broken I pulled out my older masks to use until my replacement arrives. I then realized just how much I prefer the Tap Pap. Why I like the Tap Pap: No leaks. If it leaks a little, a quick adjustment and it stops & stays that way. Quiet. Very quiet - one of my old ones is so noisy by comparison that I took it off after 30 mins. and threw it away. Comfort. I really think this is the most comfortable and least intrusive device that I have used. The Sleepweaver seemed comfortable at first (it is, compared to some of the hard masks I've worn), but in comparison it irritates my nose. Actually, it bothers me right below the nose with an irritation like being rubbed with something abrasive. The Tap Pap does not irritate my nose at all. I had heard the knock against nasal pillows is that they rub & irritate the nostrils. My theory is that this one does not do that because the mouthpiece holds it solidly in place and there is no movement whatsoever. Which brings up another like: No sensitivity to motion or movement. All my other masks would start to leak to some degree if I rolled over or moved. This one does not. This is important to me because I do re position often due to a lower back injury. I also threw away one of my other ones that just leaks like crazy if you move at all. Finally, this device actually pulls double duty. My dentist has nagged me for years about getting a night guard because I allegedly grind my teeth. Well, the Tap Pap functions as a night guard would. Problem solved! Now I realize that we are all a little different and have different preferences and concepts of comfort. There is no "fit all" solution. For me, this is the best device for my needs and I will probably never even try anything else. The mouthpiece does not bother me and once in place I don't even know it is there. I wake up in the morning and have no sense of urgency to remove the device or turn off my CPAP. That was not always the case. I actually enjoy breathing the cool, clean, moist air and would probably keep using my device even if I no longer had apnea. It is that comfortable for me. I realize that some of you now think I am nuts, but I hope this helps somebody. more...

With this mouthpiece, you have no marks on your face and it is comfortable, once you adjust to the change....

this is probably the most uncomfortable unit i have ever used. not because of the nose seal it is excellent.... the problem is the mouthpiece is so rigid and stiff it made my teeth feel extremely painful when i tried to use it. and it would be next to impossible to get it out. it gets 2 stars because of the good seal it has to the nose. more...

I'm a side sleeper that used to be a stomach sleeper before I started CPAP, so it's always been a... struggle to find a mask that doesn't dislodge or leak in the night. This is the first one that really works for me in more than 14 years of trying. Yes, it took a week of adjusting things and getting the mouth piece to fit just right, but the new design on the mouth piece made that easier and more comfortable. No straps, no grooves in my hair or face in the morning and the best sleep of my CPAP life. more...

I have been a cpap user for about 15 years and I have tried many other types of masks, even... other "non-masks" and I can honestly say this is the best I have ever had. Just in case, I also ordered a new seal for my go back to mask. After the first night I knew I had wasted that money! This doesn't leak, even when turning over in the middle of the night or sleeping on the side. It's wonderful!!!!! more...

The Tap Pap is awesome and light weight. I have fought with my face gear for years and lost... most of my hair where the straps wear. Now I do not have to worry, no head gear with the Tap Pap and it stays where it should once you have a good fit. I have an overbite so it took a bit to get the mouth piece to fit, but once fitted this mask is well worth it. I will never go back to the other mask that give you a claustrophobic feeling. more...

I love the concept! Since there's no headgear, there's nothing to slip when I roll over so I can... successfully sleep on my side. Unfortunately, there are design flaws. The nasal pillows are very difficult to re-seat after cleaning. The mouth guard is incredibly difficult to fit. It shrinks a bit when it cools. Several mornings I woke up with headaches because it pressed so hard on a couple teeth. A softer material would help, I think. I wonder if there's a version that my dentist could create that would fit me permanently. I recommend this for side sleepers with good teeth who have the manual dexterity and patience to get the fit right. more...

I liked everything about this mask but the strap material caught on my hair and pulled it slightly, making it... rather uncomfortable. Why not use the same material as the cheek straps? more...

The first mask I've used that doesn't leak during the night. I use a chin strap anyway, so that wasn't... a problem. In fact, the chin strap keeps the hose in place and is a plus. The main issue is the nasal pillows stay in position no matter how I move. The mouthpiece is a little small and tight, but I've gotten used to it. more...

In my bedroom closet, I have a box filled with at least 25 discarded masks. Do not hesitate, buy this... mask today. It is absolutely terrific. I know, I have tried them all. Over the past ten years, every time a new mask would come out, I would buy it, hoping that it might be the one mask that would actually work for me. Every one was uncomfortable, they leaked, and more often than not, I would pull my mask off in the middle of the night. I hated them all. On a whim, I skeptically purchased the TAP PAP, and I can say without hesitation that this is the single best interface on the market today. Not only does it work well, I actually say without hesitation that, for the first time, I actually LOVE my mask. Perhaps the most important aspect of this mask is the fact that my CPAP compliance is, for the first time, nearly 100%. Because of this mask, I am now getting the most from my CPAP therapy for the first time in ten years. Molding the mouthpiece is a breeze. Once properly fitted, the mouthpiece hardens, and actually snaps right into place. The mouthpiece stays in place all night, it is unobtrusive, and there are no annoying straps wrapped around my head. Best of all, it is extremely comfortable to wear. This product is revolutionary. If you are a side sleeper, a restless sleeper, or you haven't found headgear that works for you, you must give this mask a try. Again, I have tried virtually every mask on the market, and none of the can hold a candle to the TAP PAP. Buy it today! more...

Mask is fine. I am unable to tolerate any nasal mask/pillows.