CPAP MASK

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, you may very well have to use a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine at night when you sleep. This machine blows air into your airway via a mask and helps your airway to stay open when you breathe during sleep. One of the biggest challenges that patients who wear CPAP face is the process of trying many sleep apnea masks and find the one that is the best fit for them.

Recently, Fisher & Paykel introduced a new nasal mask called the “Zest”. It comes in three seperate sizes, Zest Petite, Zest (which is the standard mask) and Zest Plus.

Each of the Zest masks comes with the features and benefits that Fisher & Paykel masks are known for:

• Auto-contouring fit: It automatically adjusts to a wide range of nasal and facial contours.

• Anti-leak system: The Zest has a sliding strap that provides freedom of movement while maintaining a seal. Mask force remains equal when the head rotates from side to side, making the occurrence of leaks much less likely to happen.

• Easy-clip silicone seal: It allows one step connection or removal for easy cleaning. The silicone provides a soft fit for comfort.

• Advanced air diffuser: This part is maintenance free and disperses the airflow away from the bed partner and also minimizes noise.

• Stretch headgear: A comfortable and breathable elastic headgear, especially designed to maintain a firm seal.

• Glider clip: Easy to fit and one step removal for cleaning. No headgear adjustments required.

• Hidden strap release: No ongoing complicated adjustments with one step removal.

If you are having difficulty with the sleep apnea masks you have tried thusfar, you should speak to your sleep physician about ordering you a Fisher & Paykel Zest mask. It might be the perfect fit for you and could make all the difference in your ability to use your CPAP machine at night when you sleep.