Question Sleep Apnea Mask Causing Dive Mask Flooding?

[mississippihiker]

I’m a diver who has sleep apnea. I’ve worn a “full-face” sleep mask for more than a decade during the night. This has led to the formation of a deep inverted “V” shaped groove on either side of my nose. The problem: My Scuba diving mask leaks buckets! I’ve tried various dive masks and they all leak. Can anyone suggest a solution?

 

[Snusmumrik]

I’m a diver who has sleep apnea. I’ve worn a “full-face” sleep mask for more than a decade during the night. This has led to the formation of a deep inverted “V” shaped groove on either side of my nose. The problem: My Scuba diving mask leaks buckets! I’ve tried various dive masks and they all leak. Can anyone suggest a solution?

3mm neoprene under-hood - something that looks like https://opensea.ru/images/catalog/2200001043.jpg
Put your mask over smooth neoprene. Tighten strap.

 

[lowwall]

Nasal pillow CPAP mask to get rid of the grooves?

nasal pillow CPAP mask - Google image search

 

[Wookie]

I've worn a ResMed F-20 full face mask for almost that long.

I have no issues getting my Mares to seal.

 

[PACKRMAN]

I also use a nasal pillow mask with no problems. I do understand that not everyone can use this style but my doctor is constantly asking if I want to try a different mask. You might start there. Possibly try a different dive mask. Mine is a Cressi with a seal right tight to my nose. My wife has helpfully suggested I get botox or filler. Not for a mask leak, just because I am old.

 

[mississippihiker]

A big "Thank you!" to those who offered suggestions to my flooding dive mask problem. Your helpful comments are very much appreciated!!!

 

[Hojo in SC]

Which mask are you using? I have tried many mask and settled on the Resmed F20 Airtouch Foam and love it. I was concerned about trying it with the reviews saying the foam didn't last long but that hasn't been a problem for me. I do keep a spare handy in case there is an issue but so far, the mask has been great for me.

 

[Wookie]

I also use a nasal pillow mask with no problems. I do understand that not everyone can use this style but my doctor is constantly asking if I want to try a different mask. You might start there. Possibly try a different dive mask. Mine is a Cressi with a seal right tight to my nose. My wife has helpfully suggested I get botox or filler. Not for a mask leak, just because I am old.

Huh.

Mine suggests that my nose is plenty big enough already.

 

[Tracy]

If your mask fits so tight that it has left perment markings on your face, you may want to try a different style of mask. There are a lot of new style units with a very nice silicone seal that don't really require any pressure.
I have lines every morning when I wake up, but they are gone within an hour of starting my day.