Unique among mask options in sleep apnea therapy, the Fisher & Paykel Oracle HC452 Oral CPAP Mask is the first of its kind. The Oracle HC452 delivers air pressure through a mouthpiece, which creates less contact with your face and serves as a viable alternative to a full face mask.
HC452A
What's included
Oracle HC452 Oral Mask
Standard Headgear
| Product Model | Oracle HC452 |
|---|---|
| Vendor Product Number | HC452A |
| Cushion Type | Silicone |
| Warranty Policy | Mfg 3 Month |
| Materials | Polycarbonate, Silicone, Polyester Fiber, Polyethylene, Polyetherimide, Lycra / Polyurethane Foam Laminate, Santoprene |
| Tax Category | RX Mask |
| Billing Code | A7035 (Headgear) |
| Product Life | 6 - 12 Months |
This was certainly not the mask for me. It was very uncomfortable. My teeth hurt, my gums hurt, and when the pressure kicked up I felt like I was wearing a gag. And, like another reviewer said, it was very noisy. At first I didn’t have it fitted properly but when I finally did figure out how to use it, it was even worse. I’ve tried many masks during my 8 years of therapy and this was probably the worse. But I know that everyone is different.
For someone who can’t hardly breath through their nose anyway, this is perfect. It’s also great if you have a tendency to clench or grind your teeth. Now, the mouth piece may not stand up super well, but this is a great mask. Only one of its kind as far as I’ve ever seen and my go to masks for years. I suggest using a soft tube cover that you place over the end that has the vent to minimize noise. One drawback is it only comes with two mouth piece replacements in two different sizes ( I can use either just fine) and replacements are overpriced so you may as well just buy new masks.
My nose is chronically stuffy even after a nasal ablation, the mouthpiece is comfortable, you do need to use the nose plugs, there are three different size nose plugs. Headgear from some other masks press on my muscles and torque my neck so I get a stiff neck. The headgear on this can be left really lose. I never have leaks and have been using this mask for many years. You do have to keep your humidifier set high. I think this is a mask you will either love or hate with no in-between. 2024
It’s the only mask that I can use satisfactorily long term
I'm a mouth breather. I had high hopes for this mask. The product worked great for the first few nights. Then the the 2 pieces of the mask (the piece behind the teeth and the part in front of the mouth) wouldn't stay together, even while inserting in my mouth.
