JD

Is the Amara View a full face or nasal mask?

I use a BPAP machine with 20 over 9 air pressure. My ahi was 15 when last checked. My problem is I have found only one mask that does seals to my face and does not whistle in the night, the problem is that it is a Puritan-Bennett and not made anymore. I use a nasal mask, not pillows, but have tried all kinds of masks. The biggest problem is not simple leaks it is when the silicone seal vibrates like a reed on a clarinet instrument. The vibration causes a very load squeal and never allows me to sleep thru it. The vibration of the silicone seal against my face is very unnerving. The latest masks I have tried is the Fisher&Paykel "Zest" and the ResMed Mirage Softgel. All of these mask have a very thin silicone seal which causes vibration and noise when I am in various positions. I am mainly a "side" sleeper. I have tried tightening the masks to the point they hurt and also the opposite - very loose. Nothing seems to work. I believe the old PuritanpBennett mask works because the silicone seal is much heavier in thickness than the newer masks. Can anyone give me some advise as to what to do? I am keeping the old Puritan-Bennett mask together with glue and tape, but it will not last forever. It is a "DreamFit DF302". Thanks.