01 / A closer look
Investigate the reason.
Do not assume that mouth breathing or snoring is simply a habit to cover up. If you are concerned about your sleep, describe what happens to a qualified clinician before experimenting with a product.
02 / A closer look
Know when to get advice.
NHLBI identifies interrupted breathing, loud snoring, gasping, and daytime sleepiness among possible signs of sleep apnea. Discuss such symptoms with your healthcare provider; an online article cannot diagnose or rule out the condition.
03 / A closer look
Read the actual product information.
If a clinician considers a product appropriate, read that product’s full instructions, warnings, materials, and removal guidance. A fabric description or skin-contact test does not establish breathing safety or effectiveness.
04 / A closer look
Keep treatment decisions with your clinician.
Mouth tape is not a replacement for prescribed care. Do not change sleep-apnea treatment or add a product to a prescribed setup on the basis of this website.
Sources & reading
Rest Explained is a proposed publication from the team behind Sleep Karma. This prototype has not received clinical review. Read our disclosures.
