Hybrid CPAP Masks

Hybrid Masks combine the comfort of a nasal pillows mask with the utility of an oral mask. This dual interface provides continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for sleep apnea patients. The design removes pressure points from the bridge of the nose and from the forehead. Although it has the same function as a full face mask in delivering pressurized air to the nose and mouth, the hybrid mask has fewer pressure points to irritate patients. This type of mask is ideal for people who commonly breathe through their nose when sleeping but occasionally have congestion which then requires mouth breathing. The hybrid mask along with a CPAP system is used to treat sleep apnea. CPAP treatment keeps the airways open throughout the night to help prevent snoring, hypertension, memory loss, diabetes, depression and other disorders. The graphic below depicts several of the illnesses that can result from untreated sleep apnea.