Mouth strips that attach to your lips and keep them closed to prevent mouth breathing is a simple concept. This is the SomniFix concept – could it be too simple, do they actually work?
POSITIVES
Simple to use. Simple concept.
Reduces open-mouth snoring.
Can be worn with a CPAP oxygen mask while sleeping.
Appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank
Not Expensive.
NEGATIVES
You will have to sleep with your mouth ‘taped’ shut!
A high proportion of negative Amazon reviews.
SUMMARY
Having your mouth taped shut is likely to take some getting used to, but many people get used to the sensation.
SomniFix appeared and won considerable investment from The Shark Tank. The investment was somewhere in the region of $500k – quite substantial for what is in essence mouth tape.
If you use a CPAP or oxygen mask while sleeping this is a viable option. If you do not then consider something else.
Recommended Alternative: There are several anti snoring devices that appear to be dominati