ResMed™ Ultra Mirage™ Full Face Mask w/ Headgear

Stop the loss of air. Stop the loss of therapy. Around 40% of CPAP users and almost all bilevel users lose treatment pressure through their mouths, either by mouth breathing or mouth leak. This pressure loss can result in flu-like symptoms, less effective therapy, and poor sleep. The Ultra Mirage full face mask stops this loss so you get more comfortable and effective therapy. If you often have a stuffy nose or just want a mask that you can wear when you have allergies or a cold, the Ultra Mirage full face mask is the answer.
Mouth leak due to mouth breathing is a significant problem that can potentially 'deflate' or compromise your CPAP therapy. When air escapes through your mouth, you miss out on the full benefit of the delivered treatment pressure. You may experience this whether you are an experienced CPAP user or completely new to therapy.

Why is mouth breathing a problem?
The mouth leak cycle: Normally as you breathe, the air flowing in and out through the nose is warmed and moistened. Mouth breathing impedes this normal process, resulting in nasal and mouth dryness. Aggravated by the extra flow of air during therapy, this may lead to nasal inflammation and congestion. A vicious cycle begins where increased nasal resistance forces you to keep breathing through your mouth.

Who needs a full face mask?
Everyone who experiences mouth leak: Like many people using a positive airway pressure device, you will probably experience mouth leak at some time.This is common to around 40% of all CPAP users and almost all bilevel device users1,2,3,4. Your clinician or sleep health professional may recommend a full face mask to minimize mouth leak and the associated side effects

How frequently does mouth leak occur & when does one need a full face mask?
Regularly or occasionally: For many people using positive airway pressure therapy, mouth breathing and leak occur every night. These may also increase at specific times, due to other factors such as colds, allergies, or alcohol consumption.You may need to use an Ultra Mirage Full Face mask regularly or occasionally, depending on these factors.

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