Thank you for these very helpful reviews. Of the devices you’ve tested, personally I found the “mute” and nose strips most effective. I’d also suggest if using the nose strips and you’re prone to oily skin, cleanse and dry well before putting them on...for all night adhesion. Beware of cheaper brand strips as they’re often too weak to open the nose and don’t adhere well. These vlogs are so appreciated, thanks Dr Veer.
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
3 жыл бұрын
That's a really good tip - if you don't mind I'll make this a pinned comment.
@james7149
3 жыл бұрын
@@VikVeerENTSurgeon Yes, that’s ok with me Dr Veer, Cheers and thanks again for creating this channel.
@miao7002
2 жыл бұрын
Are you able to help me understand what's wrong with my nose? In my nostrils I can feel my cartilage. It blocks both of my nostrils and makes it sooo hard to breathe and get a full breath. Is that what a deviated septum is or is this something else?
@claireveilleux2100
2 жыл бұрын
@@miao7002 Same here, I have a thin flap of cartilage that blocks my ...conduit? I found the Nozovent it works really well but I lost it in the night sometimes. The other devices doesn't work it block all.
@janetconner2960
2 жыл бұрын
I tried using the CVS brand and they work just as well as Breathe Right strips at half the price. Washing exterior nose area before applying definitely makes them stick all night.
@ianmontgomery4347
Жыл бұрын
I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnoea a month ago and put on a CPAP trial but found I couldn’t sleep with any of the masks that I tried. My sleep apnoea only occurred when sleeping on my back. I then bought an O2 Ring to track oxygen desaturation. Sleeping normally without any aids, I recorded an ODI of 32 for the whole night (4 per hour). I then started using the Breath Right nasal strips and the ODI dropped to 17 (whole night). Then I started sleeping on my right side by moving my bed so the side was against the wall, and using pillows, tennis balls in breast pockets of a shirt won backwards, and setting the O2 Ring to wake my by buzzing if my SpO2 dropped below 92%. I’m now down to an ODI of about 2 per night and waking refreshed and energetic for the first time in years. Bye bye CPAP machine. Thank you so much: I’ve watched many of your videos and learnt so much. I think they are fantastic.
@luigiprovencher8888
Жыл бұрын
It's actually better for you if you sleep on your left side.
@nailbomb3
11 ай бұрын
@@luigiprovencher8888 why is that?
@HappyMSI1
9 ай бұрын
@@nailbomb3 Something to do with the gastric fluid on your stomach not interactions with another organ or something along those lines.
@girlanonymous
9 ай бұрын
Huh??? 😂
@jorisbonson386
9 ай бұрын
An ODI of 32 in a night is NOT 'severe' sleep apnea. One of 60+ per HOUR is.
@dorudemirbayar
Жыл бұрын
I am using Mute over 5 years and it's the best of all time
@mlstark5484
Жыл бұрын
The ENT was charming, articulate, and spoke well of HIS experiences with varied products. There was, to me, no bias as to a particular brand; thus, he wasn’t tangibly benefiting from a manufacturer. Very objectively informative.
@purpleronnierocket
Жыл бұрын
He works for a healthcare system [our British NHS] that is designed to help everyone universally at reasonable cost, rather than accumulate wealth.
@stevec.1802
2 жыл бұрын
My first experience with these nasal dilator's was MUTE, and so far it's definitely an improvement. A bit of saline spray to clear out the nasal passages works for me before inserting the dilators. Thank you for a detailed and concise presentation, 👃🏼😴
@bobmarshall3700
Жыл бұрын
For 20+ years I was hooked on nasal decongestant sprays. I couldn't lie down without my nose blocking due to chronic swelling caused by overuse of the sprays. My doctor suggested the MUTE device and I gave it a try. Within a couple of weeks the swelling went away and I could finally sleep without nasal spray after years of addiction.
@stevenmullan1075
Жыл бұрын
Really? I've been taking Otrivine for 11+ years now and trying to get off it, the spray now lasts about 3hrs before my nose swells, have had surgery twice and both failed
@DITTOE
6 ай бұрын
same!
@DITTOE
6 ай бұрын
Try them! They totally work @@stevenmullan1075
@user-nf1xv3md1p
6 ай бұрын
@@stevenmullan1075Try a probiotic type Lactobif for a week when you decide to dilute the spray and at the same time put a salt spray first and then a drop of congestion spray or children's spray and with days put in a hole and let the second will open automatically and so on in a week or a little more
@rabbitguy337
2 күн бұрын
Oxymetazoline is awesome
@drunkknurd7809
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the reviews. I just tried Breathe Right a couple of nights ago. The best night sleep that I've had in years.
@joannaquanttumphysics
3 жыл бұрын
Kind of a crime they’re so expensive
@ashleyberkenhoff2392
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this informationl; more people should try them. I have been a sleep technologist for 16 years and only learned about nasal dilators within the last year, which seems rather surprising in retrospect. I have rather skinny nostrils and have started using dilators myself, along with mouth taping to keep my lips closed, and have noticed many benefits including increased energy and morning clarity, more restful sleep, and elimination of problems with my dry morning throat. Before the dilators, I predominately breathed through my mouth at night, and woke up with a terribly dry mouth and throat and would often taste blood in the back of my mouth; this problem is all gone now thanks to these handy little nose rings :)
@pntasir4098
2 жыл бұрын
Which nasal dilator type you use? thank you
@davidsundquist1845
2 жыл бұрын
A McDonald's straw cut to 7/16 " and reround with a pen work perfect, disposable and FREE !
@jmr6117
2 жыл бұрын
@@davidsundquist1845 how it work tell me a need a solution ...
@w1975b
Жыл бұрын
@@davidsundquist1845 one problem I can see with using a straw is that the nose hairs will be ineffective at keeping unwanted things out of the nose (which is part of their purpose). Just logic, not an attack. I know some people remove their nose hairs completely, which is not a good idea, but for those people the straw wouldn't change much in terms of nose hair function (since it's gone already). I agree it's not attractive to see nose hair sticking out and they can tickle, so they could be trimmed just enough to no longer cause those problems. That's different from completely removing nose hair.
@Brian-iz9sh
3 жыл бұрын
I often wake up breathless. I will give some of these a shot. thanks for the tips!
@khaledsabri9458
3 жыл бұрын
do they work ?
@danielc.3224
2 жыл бұрын
@@khaledsabri9458 I just tried some since I had a broken nose from boxing and it definitely helped.
@posternoffate7438
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your information as a viewer, it helps other viewers so much. Please share type of nasal product you purchased and how it worked for you. I just viewed this video and am ordering nasal strips and MUTE. So would appreciate your input. Thanks in advance. :)
@AI2789crg
2 жыл бұрын
The inside of the nose is a sophisticated filter made of hairs, mucus and a specially designed surface membrane. Any obstruction or covering of that system will reduce it's effectiveness and could have serious unintended negative effects such as increased viral or bacterial infections.
@jedp4636
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reviews. I tried about 8 different kinds of nasal dilators and my favorite is Intake Breathing. It was a revelation to breathe that clearly. I had no idea how obstructed my nasal breathing was until I tried it.
@Susan.Lewis.
Жыл бұрын
I didn't even know my nostrils collapsed when I breathed in. I checked in a mirror and there was the proof. I had a useless sleep study. The Dr. said my results were unusual and he never gave me or my supplier a prescription. The fight is on. (I'm in Canada) Thank you so much for this information.
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
Жыл бұрын
good luck!
@Laconic_
6 ай бұрын
Canadian healthcare is "free" for a reason.
@posternoffate7438
2 жыл бұрын
Love your voice and easily understood explanations of how these devices not only work, but also showing how to fit them in ones nose. Thank you so, so much for your time. I cannot use my CPAP for 4 weeks due to follow-up infection from molar extraction. It's been absolutely horrible, chin-straps do not work, but while waking myself up snoring dozens of times, I noticed one consistent factor - my nostrils stick to their respective sides. I open them and then go back to sleep. But after researching online, I came across your videos, and definitely will give these devices a try. Again, thank you so much and God Bless.
@jeffreyhill3960
2 жыл бұрын
I use mute. Works great. Took a while to “ break in” my nostrils, but wouldn’t sleep without it. I use it a lot longer than they say you should. Pack of 3. First time you get them order the pack with the three different sizes. After that pay attention to the size that fits you best. Also they all are a little bit adjustable so mess with them till they are comfortable. As you sue them for a few months you can start to expand them a little. Much less snoring is a bonus. Good luck!
@Zaycream21
2 жыл бұрын
Very good tip in getting all size pack.i usually come to that same conclusion but after looking thru the choices for too long of things lol
@elizabethw.454
2 жыл бұрын
How long do you use them for?
@maheway7880
Жыл бұрын
U still use it?
@DITTOE
6 ай бұрын
same!
@namisan9310
Жыл бұрын
This channel is a godsend, a treasury chest. Thank you so much for all your videos. I just discovered your channel the other day and I have been watching a few videos daily ever since then. They have been helping me daily to make it a little easier to breathe. There is so much knowledge you have in these videos that I just wish doctors around me knew or cared to learn!
@karlfimm
Жыл бұрын
I've been using the Nozovent device for many, many years. Massively reduced my snoring - the first time I used one my wife woke me up because she thought I'd stopped breathing because it was so much quieter than usual!
@tracesprite6078
2 жыл бұрын
I used to have a constantly blocked nose and hay fever. I built up the habit of repeatedly closing my mouth and gently trying to breathe through my nose. At first I could only do it for a few seconds but I gradually built up the time I could comfortably keep my mouth closed. Now I usually fall asleep with my mouth closed, and my nose is usually clear and I have almost no hay fever. I don't have a scrupulously clean house but I'm not sneezing like I used to. It was a kind of use it so I don't lose it change re my nose.
@kevinwhite6176
2 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to improve my ability to breathe through my nose recently and I definitely have to say this is great information. I've used both the first internal ones you describe and the strips, and currently I use the strips as they are least 'annoying' to me overall. The difference between having the strip on and not having it can be as much as "I can't breathe through my nose at all" to "oh my gosh I have a new hole in my head to breathe through!" (I'm pretty sure I have nasal valve collapse.) I'm now onto stopping myself from breathing through my nose as I think that causes me to snore.
@posternoffate7438
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your review. I just ran across this video and will give these a try. It helps to have viewer input too. Plus, you made me laugh, and trust me, getting no sleep/interrupted sleep every night has not seemed funny at all. :)
@Kimmer
Жыл бұрын
Any luck on finding something to help you breathe better thru your nose rather than your mouth?
@judyg2341
Жыл бұрын
Listen to James Nestor. He did a lot of research and wrote a book called Breath, taping your lips at night REALLY works! Any kind of medical grade tape works 😊
@nicksyoutubeaccount
Жыл бұрын
You're stopping yourself from breathing through your nose? Did you mean mouth?
@alert1006
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information. Those tiny tubes inside the nose, I didn't even now there was such thing. Right now I use the breath right nasal strips. They do work.
@invictuz4803
Жыл бұрын
Great review of nasal dilators, I didn't know there were so many different variations! The nasal cones make my inner walls feel super sore after a night of wearing them because they're just pushing against my raw flesh on my septum and turbinates. However, I do find that they help to open my congestion to drain mucus out if I wear them for a couple of hours during the daytime. The BreatheRight strips work better but are $1 per night so I'm only using them on really bad nights or when I know I absolutely need to not be falling asleep in the daytime the next day. I'll definitely be trying the rest of these products to find the best one cuz I know I'll be using them for the rest of my life to help me through each day. Thank you so much for making these videos, they are lifesavers!
@pcdispatch
Жыл бұрын
BreathRight let loose during the night, I guess because I have a little sweaty face. So it only works for a short time.
@us3r11
Жыл бұрын
The AirMax is the only one helping me.
@Michael-fw5ef
7 ай бұрын
I suffered through nasal blockage for 19 years. These are the remedies I found that work the best: 1) Don't associate with people who cause you stress, as stress will cause your nose to swell 2) Exercise on a regular basis - test if cardio or heavy/strength based exercise is better for you. 3) Keep your mouth closed as much as possible, as open mouth breathing makes your nose swell even more. 4) Buy an oximeter to test your blood oxygen level, especially when you have your mouth closed to prove to yourself that you aren't suffocating 5) Drink Green Tea, as it is the best antihistamine out there 6) If Green Tea doesn't work for you, try Quercetin as an antihistamine alternative 7) Don't use OTC nasal sprays such as Afrin - they will make your congestion worse 8) Use a saline wash to rinse your nasal passages twice a week, or more often if needed, as this helps remove allergens from your nose 9) Make sure your pillow, bedding or things in your house aren't causing you an allergic reaction 10) Get rid of your pets, as pets often cause people to suffer from a stuffy nose 11) Seek private medical care from an ENT who will scope your nose and tell you exactly what is wrong. Don't rely on doctors who simply look up your nose with a speculum only. 12) If you have a healthy stomach, eating spicy food is a cheap and easy way to get your nose to drain its mucus and help alleviate congestion once in a while. 13) If you can't take spicy food, eating hot soup will also make your nose run. 14) If you use a humidifier, a cold vapor type device will often work better at relieving nasal stuffyness compared to a steam based humidifier. 15) You will often be prescribed nasal steroids, but these steroids usually dry out the nose, and nasal dryness will increase stuffyness. You want to make your nose moist, so don't be surprised if your ENT prescribed nasal steroids don't help you. Do everything in your power to keep your nasal passages moist. 16) Using a HEPA air purifier helps many people, so if you haven't tried one of those, do try it. 17) You can order a Speculum from Amazon or other retailer and open up your nostrils for a minute or two with the Speculum. That will often help reduce your stuffyness, just the same as when you visit the ENT and find relief immediately after he examined you with his Speculum. Hope this helps someone.
@enkidu001
Жыл бұрын
i cannot thank you enough for this. My breathing became a nightmare and i cannot trust the healthcare system in my country - i have to try my own methods to help me breathing. Thanks a lot. From my heart. Peace :)
@larbueno
Жыл бұрын
I've been using the MUTE product for over a year and really love how they've opened up my nostrils. I've watched the part of this video several times and I think you have put them in your nose upside-down...pretty sure the manufacturer suggests putting them in with the size-adjust mechanism up rather than down. If they work for you that way, then so be it. I've put them in that way and they felt mildly uncomfortable. I used to use the BreatheRites, but they are a bit pricey and after 11+ years of using them (often doubled up for more outward pull) they were creating vertical ridges on the outside of my nose! Thanks Vik for all your experience shared and your kind way of presenting the information.
@Wabajak13
2 жыл бұрын
I use nose bridge strips after using saline irrigation as I have a horribly deviated septum and the drainage can be an issue, causing excess fluid in my sinuses. In conjunction with the right medical sprays, I've found my sleep quality hugely improved. Trying out the reusable options soon to provide more constant support.
@onlyardenn
9 ай бұрын
great video for a terrible problem i’ve used the first of these products for about a year now and have had great results i believe the soft silicone options are actually intended to be a sleeve for the firmer ‘cage’ style devices… if you pair them together you’ll notice the bridge of the soft ones have a channel that perfectly cradles the bridge of the cage style ones… this seems to me to be intended to protect the nasal lining from the rougher surfaces of the cages… but it is also much bulkier in the nose i use the cages uncovered because using both does not fit me well… i do wish there were more size options but am very grateful for them as they are… i’d rather have a sore nose than feel suffocated all night… i hate breathing thru my mouth and will put up with a lot to avoid it
@robertp.wainman4094
3 жыл бұрын
So useful - by a trustworthy professional.
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
3 жыл бұрын
Such a lovely thing to say - Thank you!
@mybellegirls
Жыл бұрын
Watching this after my Septoplasty and inferior turbinate reduction in late December 2022. It wasn’t painful yet the week of bleeding then the following week of drip drip drip was annoying af. 2.5 weeks after, breathing through my nostrils is 💯 🙏 no stints, the doc used dissolvable packing. Best investment in my health! Thankfully had dual insurance, no out-of-pocket costs else I’d be on the hook for $13K. Edit: had first Septoplasty done in the early 80’s. It did a deviation about 8 years ago but didn’t want to continue with the amount oxygen I was needing to reduce brain fog.
@ash9x9
Жыл бұрын
My Son had his Septoplasty and inferior turbinate reduction in Mid December 2022. The Doc. informed all went well but his symptoms haven't improved yet(tho was ok for first few weeks) and he is now wanting to see another ENT. The ENT Doc. last examined him on 9th Jan'23 before he took his return flight and was satisfied with healing etc. Wonder what else can he do - How long does it take usually for full recovery post op in practice?
@jeanettedriggers646
Жыл бұрын
Could you clarify what you mean about " It did a deviation about 8 years ago but didn’t want to continue with the amount oxygen I was needing to reduce brain fog." I have a deviated septum, terrible brain fog for years. etc...
@flexy456
3 жыл бұрын
"Anti Snoring Device": I just got these very same: The silicones one HURT. After 2+ hours it feels almost as if my nose wants to bleed. Very uncomfortable. The basked style ones are bad too: They make a whistling noise when breathing. OVERALL I found these poor. (Tip: Use the largest silicone tube one and cut off 3-4 rings, this works ok) AirMax: (The non-Sport version, without that notch thing): GOOD. A big difference compared to the China "Anti Snoring Device". Opens up the nose good, does NOT hurt, no noise when breathing and overall feels very comfortable. Top. Breathe-right Strips: I would like them, if it wouldn't be a terrible waste, and always an effort to put them on and off. Also, usually they come off after a night's sleep. Furthermore I notice that the strips sometimes have the opposite effect: While they open my left nostril, on the right it's also pushing inward a bit. Result: My right nostril closes up now when I inhale.... I haven't tested the others yet, but overall I like the AirMax best. YMMV, as everyone's anatomy is different...
@jimt7851
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time for the write up Georg. Much appreciated.
@freepeach9631
6 ай бұрын
There’s a thing I use called NOSON. It is really good, but one of the more expensive options at £100.
@optidalfprime3904
7 ай бұрын
I have now tried Nasal Splints and a fun way to see how effective they are is to put them on and then try to inhale as strong as possible from your nose. Without you will notice your nostrils narrowing, as usual. With? With the "cleared airway" It creates so much suction force that my nostrils shut pretty much completely with a small gap at the top. Works for me!
@sean14powell
7 ай бұрын
For nasal splits (I wear one every night) the center does not need to be sticky for them to work. Only the ends which are pulling. When you peal back the release paper to expose the sticky surface, put 1 of the 2 pieces of release paper in the middle and you will avoid a lot of the redness and reaction to the adhesive.
@rltidd27
9 ай бұрын
Thanks much for taking the time to make this video. I was unaware of some of the products.
@robertkeller7035
2 жыл бұрын
I use the solid cone. I cut the center bar and tie a thread using a sewing needle using thread that's thin and matching the color of the skin. I shorten mine so they don't show as his did (with scissors ). If the nose is running they don't do as well but if you rarely run then it may work for you in public ( you don't look like a nerd ). It does not work with facemask filters for covid ( I built up a sore ). Anything pressing against the nose can mess up a lot of these devices. Note: that I breath fairly descent. I use them because smoke causes congestion ( cigarette or welding smoke )
@lindaemmart2583
5 ай бұрын
My ENT never mentioned nasal cones, only surgery! I use nasal cones which can be irritating inside after a while, but I found that taking a break in usage for a few days helps. Thank you for a thorough and honest review of the different types!
@jonzo_
9 ай бұрын
I've started using Mute recently, combined with mouth taping, and I'm feeling sooo much better each day! I have also noticed that my mouth tape stays on until I wake up, whereas before, I did not. I'm sure it's no coincidence that this happened after introducing Mute. It's great to have two cheap and really effective sleep aids.
@adiem1653
Жыл бұрын
Love all your videos as all relevant to my issues. I use porous tape and put it on the end of my nose just above the nostril holes pull up and stick along my nose bridge. Basically pulling the nose tip up - helps clear my nose perfectly
@gergemall
2 жыл бұрын
Helps me sleep deeper . Have deviated septum from last and third broken nose . I’m much old but it helps me sleep more deeply .
@jeffnay6502
Жыл бұрын
Currently I use plastic Q-Tips and bend them so that they fit inside my nose. I know it is not pretty, but the Breath Right Strips can become quite and expense. At about $12 for a box of 30 where I can by 500 Q-Tips for less then $4. And they do a better job.
@user-ci1kz1cc6t
2 жыл бұрын
I have seen ads for Breath Right Nasal Strips but never knew there were plastic inserts to open up your nasal passages. I learned something.
@janiefrueh9985
2 жыл бұрын
My allergic reaction to the glue on the Breathe Right strips forced me to discontinue them. I have worn two different night guards (grind teeth in sleep) and developed an allergy (sores in mouth) to both of the materials after 6-12 months of use. Really hoping that one of the internal nasal dilators will work without a reaction to it, too. THANK YOU for all your very helpful lessons and videos!
@adrumwhisperer
2 жыл бұрын
I use Breathe Right as well and found that if I stick the sides to my nose but leave a small air gap in the middle (not stuck to the top of nose), I get less irritation from the glue. perhaps that will help you.
@w1975b
Жыл бұрын
There may be multiple causes of teeth grinding. One is magnesium deficiency. Just sharing info if you want to learn about it and maybe try supplementing.
@RobertoSJC
10 ай бұрын
7:17 To avoid that with the nasal strips, and the pain it creates, I put them with a slight gap so it's not touching in the middle, and they work perfectly as intended.
@dublinvids5146
2 жыл бұрын
I have a severely deviated septum and aside from the strips, the Noson nasal dilator seems to be the only device that could fit me as the others depend on a person having a somewhat straight septum in order for them to function, so I intend to buy one of them despite their high cost, will post back regarding my experience with it.
@yomismo1888
2 жыл бұрын
How was your experience with it (the Noson device)?
@adam-jm1gq
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah how was it
@Carlos-rr4wu
Жыл бұрын
So, did it work? Could you answer us my friend?
@user-xt7pp5yy9w
Жыл бұрын
Desperate to know if it worked
@c05837880
4 ай бұрын
No update on Noson? I'm curious.
@durden2480
10 ай бұрын
After seeing an ENT I got the surgery. I was in surgery for 6 hours! It was the longest the dr ever had. My septum was so deviated my nose was completely blocked in one side. I think it’s worth trying this first, then talking to a specialist
@davecor2
2 жыл бұрын
Have a deviated nasal septum, allergies, and some chronic sinusitis and have used the Breathe-Right strips intermittently for years with good result.
@nicfarrow
2 жыл бұрын
Have been really suffering from nose blockages for years now. Will try some of these.
@angelacornell8660
3 ай бұрын
I have just started using Mute about 10 days ago. Iam definitely delighted with it as I am sleeping much longer ❤
@AleOnYouTube
Жыл бұрын
Claming, informative, actually provided research, has an in depth experience. Bravo...
@davidvimpany2783
2 ай бұрын
I’m busy training for an ultra, but while running yesterday I noticed if I press my tongue to the roof of my mouth with each intake of breath, my nose was slightly more open, about 40 percent easier I reckon, instantly ran more efficiently, with a lower heart rate! Definitely want one of these!
@BigManAlaska
2 жыл бұрын
Breath rite strips do work but they're horribly expensive since you use them everyday. The inserts with holes have been incredibly useful for me. I've also recommended them to fighters I've trained to get them more able to breathe during a fight with a mouth guard in place.
@jmr6117
2 жыл бұрын
They can't use that ,its ilegal ok.
@juliuscaesar8163
2 жыл бұрын
Isn't it dangerous getting punched in the nose while wearing these nasal dilators inside your nose? The strips I understand but the nasal dilators seems dangerous to wear while fighting.
@greatimes
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your observations. I've tried several nasal dilators but found Max-Air Nose Cones to be the most effective and comfortable.
@kinetix413
Жыл бұрын
I got the right side blocked completely and the left is partially blocked due to 25 years of combat sports. I have never tried a Dilator before and bought one directly after seeing this review. The very first night I have slept 9 hours without waking up in between. That wasn't the case for atleast 10 years. Pure game changer! Greetings from Germany
@mrnice00
Жыл бұрын
Moin, hast du den Tipp für mich welches Produkt dir geholfen hat ? Ich benutze zur Zeit die "äußeren" Nasen strips, habe aber das Gefühl das die kaum etwas bringen.
@maheway7880
Жыл бұрын
Hi which one r u using plz suggest
@DITTOE
6 ай бұрын
Mute @@maheway7880
@anirbma
Жыл бұрын
I have faced a very strange problem with Nasal Sprint. Typically i had blocked nose when i lie down on the bed otherwise my nose were open. Since it was impacting my sleep I bought one Nasal Splint (Strip) and started using it . First 2 days I could sleep well and i was happy to discover this thing. from third day I found that it is not helping much... i thought i didnot place it well so I took abother one but still no good. Anyway I spent the night and in morning i see i am having blocked nose during the day also when i am standing upright. Now since last one month or so I am having constant blocked nise ... I have to take Nasal spray to sleep in night.
@-Deena.
Жыл бұрын
I use breath Right as my stupid nose closes if I Inhale quickly through it, as shown. A tip or two! The centre piece actually does not need to be adhesive. I tear a strip from the peel of bits and stick it in the middle. The width of the peel off bits are the perfect size. Place it smooth side towards your skin, and hey presto, no irritation of the bridge of the nose. Second tip, always wet the strip and leave it for a while before removing it. They will then peel off without irritating your skin. Hope this helps, 🧡
@christianmills7728
Жыл бұрын
Hey there Vic, how's it going? You operated on my throat 2 or 3 years ago and I will never be able to thank you enough, it's thoroughly changed my life. Thank you. I'm still having tons of trouble with my sinus and nasal passage and you did recommend rhinoplasty but I decided against it at the time (stupidly). How would I go about getting back onto the surgery waiting list. Any help would be much appreciated. Hope you're well my friend.
@karlatorres9938
5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Dr I really appreciate your help. I just discovered after years of sinus and allergies, pills, sprays, allergy shots, that my right nostril collapsed and any of my doctors told me that, I just discovered that today from you Gracias ❤❤❤
@jamesdavis3951
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video and the others, they have been exceptionally helpful and informative in helping me understand sleep apnoea, UARS and other conditions, as well as potential treatments. I have been using the the Mute nasal dilator for the last week and found it to be quite helpful during the night in opening up my nasal passage, which is often constricted (due to scar tissue I think). I believe the dilator has been somewhat helpful with UARS type symptoms, maybe just slightly as you mentioned, but every little bit counts. Note, I don't snore audibly. Interested in Mute's claim it should only be used 10 times, I feel this might be somewhat of a marketing ruse to make sure we keep buying regularly. Interested in other's thoughts and whether there are longer lasting appliances? Also slightly concerned about a person's comments from a physician saying these devices can seriously damage cartilage in your nose. Any further advice on this would be greatly appreciated. I've noticed my septum very slightly irritated in morning. Thank you again, Vik.
@jolive3743
2 жыл бұрын
ha, just learned how to use a nasal spray and i'm 48. As someone who woke up this morning with one eye half shut because of a cold that caused my Malar Pad to grow to the size of my little finger, this will give me some relief before i start looking to get my Deviated Septum sorted, thanks Vik
@jorgeclaverie6752
2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are thorough, clear and very detailed. Thanks!
@spunkflunk
2 жыл бұрын
Snoring isnt my problem , its just really hard to breath through my nose without nasal spray becsuse i got dependent on them to keep my nose open. Do you think these would be a good way to get off the nasal decongestant sprays?
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
2 жыл бұрын
I don't think so - but there is no harm in trying. it certainly won't make it worse.
@rhondas3017
2 жыл бұрын
The only way is cold turkey and use saline spray and or netti pot. I’ve tried doing one nostril at a time, but takes longer. When I moved to a humid climate my nasal passages swelled up, so I had to start using again. It’s the epinephrine withdrawal that’s the worst part. I get kinda a panicky feeling. Good luck. 🍀
@gr122
2 жыл бұрын
been using the strips for many years like magic I can breath sometimes I forget I have one on and I did go out, people looking funny at me. one thing only, they are expensive
@tonyreddy7535
2 жыл бұрын
I used the external sticky type and it helped somewhat. Wash nose and dry before using
@driveramd12
Жыл бұрын
My friend, Thank you so much for the information, most useful! I do not intend at all to sound "Nerdy" or "An Expert in the topic" but I have been analyzing The key factor(s) for the perfection and improvement of this concept you are describing. I am convinced the answer is in working and utilizing The Law of Hemodynamics, by the Hagen-Poiseuille equation, describing all the "Factors" influencing the "liquid flow" (Air) or (the viscosity of it)which I think factor can be considered and calculated by other equations as Darcy-Weisbach equation. What I mean is, taking into consideration the property of tensility of the "perfect" or most appropriate material that can handle the involved stressors, recreating the perfect components of the perfect object needed, these calculations which are simple, can be transformed into the right strong but tensile structure with perfect thickness. with recoil etc, thinner caliber, better airflow.....A must! Is the expertise of and the understanding of materials (essential), and the creation of the proper "plastics" or materials that would develop this product. I tried to bring this up to some engineer's friends, and they only focused on the $$$$ Factor, which I am not that interested in. Being from England and socialized medicine, I think it could be more freely studied if any value or worth is found. Just a Family Doc in a Capitalist Country.
@willdough8591
Жыл бұрын
Hi, I find your comment very unique and interesting. Thanks for opening up this ideas
@helengarrett6378
2 жыл бұрын
I use the breathe rite strips and a tiny bit of vasseline on the bridge of the nose fixes the irritation problem but the ends of the strip adhere sufficiently for me. Just be careful, peeling it off your nose because I've peeled off skin which adhered to the end tabs. The name brand adhesive is just too strong for my skin. Kroger makes their own brand which is not as stiff but the adhesive is better for my skin. It's a trade off. Also, the tan straps made by Kroger stick better than the white straps. I don't know why but sometimes the white ones don't stick all night. Try them, you might do alright with the cheaper Kroger brand.
@posternoffate7438
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you soooooooooooo much for your info re Kroger brands strips. Live 6 blocks away from Kroger store. Will give these a try. Definitely appreciate saving money after trying so many chin straps.
@autumn2859
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. In warm weather the Breathe Right strips tend to come off with perspiration, so I appreciate learning about some alternatives.
@freepeach9631
6 ай бұрын
I can recommend one called NOSON. It’s expensive at £100 , but well made and I find it really effective after trying so many.
@golagaz
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Very balanced and neutral explanations. The last one, the strip works.
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
3 жыл бұрын
so glad it helped!
@johnspence8141
2 жыл бұрын
Nasal dialators MUST increase infections, so be careful with that. Putting that in and our night after night without cleaning would lead to bad infections.
@garthwooler6059
5 ай бұрын
With the Breathe Easy strips, and their more inexpensive cousins online, I found that if you put just a narrow strip of Vitamin E cream or other moisturiser vertically down the nose from just below the bridge to the tip, then apply the dilator strip, it takes away the redness and irritation from the glue (which occurs predominantly on that 'bridge line'). Also, it stops the skin coming off when the dilator strip is removed, which I found really irritating and painful. It's important not to get any cream near where the outer 'paddles' connect with the skin, or they won't lift the nostrils apart. This solves about 80% of the irritation issue, I found. Otherwise, I found these dilator strips helped a little with my breathing but weren't greatly effective. I am trying Mute for the first time today.
@arnieus866
Жыл бұрын
I have used all these products but lately have not needed them. Two things I have done the last few months is quitting most dairy including cheese and taken pre and probiotics. My sinuses have been much less congested. Other than improved circulation I can't explain it. Worth a try.
@katebowes1
Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to get some, I’ve been using nasal spray for years, I think I have withdrawal symptoms when I don’t use it, hopefully it will work for me. Thank you ☺️
@muchasgracias6976
2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are both helpful and hopeful. Thank you Doctor!
@ladyiris77
Жыл бұрын
I've been diagnosed with sleep apnea and I sleep with my mouth closed. I also have a deviated septum and a small nose with collapsible nostrils. I'm excited to try these.
@Mj-dv3so
Жыл бұрын
Did this work?
@bernardpayne5050
7 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for that useful information. I have obstructive sleep apnoea and use a Somnoguard mandibular advancement device combined with a Breathright strip. This works very well for me and allows me to get a proper nights sleep. I tried the CPAP machine but found it to be worse than the problem.
@untitledmixture1531
2 жыл бұрын
Even surgery didn't help me. I use sprays, not frequently because they have side effects. Some face messages help, I watched on KZitem, but not for long enough. It's a horrible long term experience in my 20s. I don't know how long I will be experiencing it.
@loramcclamrock5549
2 жыл бұрын
They sound unpleasant, but i appreciate the evaluations.
@kentgorrell
Жыл бұрын
Before I started using nasal dialators, I was mouth breathing and, due to dry mouth, i would drink about a litre of water though the night and get up to go to the bathroom repeatedly. The cheap silicone nasal dialators helped greatly. I tried the rather expensive Mute but didn't see any added value.
@elzbietahuggenberger9828
Жыл бұрын
Hi Vik, every time I come accross one off your podcasts, and see your friendly face, I start automaticly doing my Apnoe work out, currently siting with my tonque out, hope you dont t mind ha ha . Thank you for your work
@scottymackay1801
2 жыл бұрын
Saw this review of MUTE by someone who claims to be a doc. What are your thoughts on this?. - "I am a physician. My wife ordered these without discussing with me. The cartilage that supports the skin that forms the nose ( called the alar cartilage) is quite delicate and easily dies if blood supply is compromised. The cartilage cells actually have no direct blood supply and rely on diffusion from adjacent tissue. These things compress the alar cartilage , putting the viability of that cartilage at risk. I would not use this poorly thought out product in a million years. Dealing with dead alar cartilage of the nose is a nightmare unless you don't mind having a hole in the middle of your face"
@brendawilson5729
2 жыл бұрын
M
@atur9707
2 жыл бұрын
+1
@dmitriyk1857
2 жыл бұрын
It's an obvious cause for concern, however.... Have you been able to quantify the amount of compression that takes place with the product and relate it to the amount of compression necessary to terminate complete blood flow through diffusion? It is possible it completely stops blood flow. It is also possible it somewhat stops blood flow but not significant enough to be a cause for concern. I don't know. Food for thought. Would definitely be interested in a study regarding this.
@annanabil73
2 жыл бұрын
I saw that review and yes, he is a legitimate doctor. However, due to Amazon being inundated with rampant fake reviews, I was equally suspicious as you -- especially because of the 1,300+ upvotes that his comment received (most likely by paid bots from competing brands). Anyway, I looked him up and without disclosing his name or specific address, I can confirm his medical background. He's a 70 year old retired physician from St. Michaels, Maryland, who was using his wife's account to type that review. His specialty used to be in lab pathology. While he does have proper medical authority, notice that he never actually claims that his wife experienced any necrosis from the device nor does he blatantly clarify whether she developed an actual "hole in the middle of your face" (eye roll). He's only *suspecting* that this may happen due to the compression of the alar cartilage -- HOWEVER, if in fact you ever experience enough compression that you cut off blood supply to your nostrils, then you clearly are using the wrong size and therefore, need to change to a smaller device. That's more user error than "poorly thought out" as he claims. Also, if cartilage lacks vascularization (which is in fact true), then there's no reason to worry about compression of blood vessels, since the alar cartilage lacks its own innervated vessels and depends on diffusion of the surrounding arteries (both septum and alar cartilages receive blood supply from the angular artery and lateral nasal artery), which are unlikely to be compressed by the device at the height in which they sit within the nose. And as a matter of fact, nasal alar necrosis is a rare condition, often cause by some sort of arterial obstructions or vascular embolization from more invasive medical treatments (such as mesotherapy injections/fillers, rhinoplasty, prolonged nasotracheal intubation, etc.). Patients most likely to experience such complications often have pre-existing conditions or comorbidities such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, depression, or tobacco abuse. To be honest, I probably wouldn't recommend nasal dilators for people with septum deviation or regular nose bleeds, but if you're a generally healthy person, I don't see why you couldn't enjoy the benefits (i.e. increased respiratory circulation, increased blood oxygen*, better sleep) from nasal dilators. *Research study detailing nasal dilator effects on blood oxygen levels: www.researchgate.net/publication/10927428_The_effect_of_external_nasal_dilators_on_blood_oxygen_levels_in_dental_patients.
@slantedandenchanted.1992
2 жыл бұрын
@@annanabil73 Thank you for doing all of the legwork! You saved me some time. I was just reading about internal and external nasal dilatators in the National Library of Medicine prior to finding this video and was a bit dubious myself about the comment (I saw the review on Amazon too). I did find one bad instance, though. A guy actually lost one in his nostril and didn't know! Apparently, his type came in separate sections and the guy didn't even realize he had done it; assumed it fell out in his sleep (as he stated they do). Even the severe headache the next morning that led him to the ER for a CT scan didn't jog his memory. He was misdiagnosed as having maxillary sinusitis and 5 weeks later, during a follow-up visit to the department he was referred to for his snoring, did they do an anterior rhinoscopy and it was revealed. It was at that point that he remembered losing one the night before he went to the ER. The article does read at one point, "We were surprised to find a nasal foreign body in a mentally adequate adult" - Hehe
@sunilseth476
Жыл бұрын
Veer, very informative! I got 12 years back right nostril deviated spaptam operation Initially i found better. But, now i find again nose blocked. Not comfortable while sleeping. Thanks
@indrajitdas05
Жыл бұрын
Dr. Veer, thank you for making this video. One of the best review videos I have seen.
@nholt
8 ай бұрын
Nose vents work. I love how they open up my right nostril which has a slight deviated septum. When it’s inserted I feel as though I can breath!
@Aangel452
Жыл бұрын
Thank as I suffer from not able to breath through my nose at night, especially when I am dehydrated. I tried the mute but it did not work for me.the solid breath right works well for me but the one I used is called Snoreben, and it has a metal curve brace around the outer curve under the septum but if it falls off the piece doesn’t want to stay in the nose very well. Good on you for showing this information as these devices are largely unknown and not advertised in the media.
@yarinazoulay6775
3 жыл бұрын
I have UARS and I am using the Nozovent nasal dilator and they're perfect for me
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
3 жыл бұрын
That's great news! Thank you for sharing that.
@yarinazoulay6775
3 жыл бұрын
@@VikVeerENTSurgeon Yes, even though I don't have nasal valve collapse I definitely feel like I am able to breath more easily and it feels like more air is entering through the nose. Thank you for the educating videos Vik !
@japandi
3 жыл бұрын
Dear Doctor Veer, I would like to ask your opinion on the moves described in the video with the title "Drain Sinus & Clear Stuffy Nose in 1 Move" Could it be harmful to do this daily?
@peterkline7137
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for this video. I have a deviated septum and sleep apnea. CUrrently I'm using Breathe Right, but I will give the others a try,
@k.k.1406
3 жыл бұрын
You should try Noson. A Swiss product used by MotoGP riders and other athletes.
@VikVeerENTSurgeon
3 жыл бұрын
perhaps I will - thank you.
@snake1625b
2 жыл бұрын
This only opens up the the nostrils but don't most blockage occur much more deeper in the sinuses
@cathietonkin5577
Жыл бұрын
Just returned from my doctors appt. He has recommended this so I might just get a good nights sleep! Not thrilled to put something up my nose but if it helps it’s worth it.
@shyghosts7033
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review. Thank you.
@nholt
Жыл бұрын
My right nasal passage is partially closed but I can breathe. Maybe I have a deviated septum? When I have my nasal vent in it’s amazing how much better I can breath!
@stoppernz229
Жыл бұрын
i've been using the splint everyday for over a year....nose is fine
@gamingcollection4448
9 ай бұрын
I tried the Turbine, by Rhinomed for first time last night, initial thoughts after putting them in, it was very noticeable, the amount of air increase. I did wake up in the middle of the night, but I still slept relatively good. I am not sure how impactful it is yet, but that first try on was impressive, so much air going into my nose
@debbiekling6065
2 жыл бұрын
I use nasal strips they work great
@PoweredbyJESUS7
2 жыл бұрын
They work instantly and the relief reminds me of a inhaler. Gives you instant air that seems to calm your whole body body which shows me how important proper oxygen is to the body.
@LittleBirdieFlyinHigh
Жыл бұрын
I’m terrified of the plaster type because of the adhesive. I was put on a mobile 24 hour heart monitor and removed the pads to shower. Afterwards they wouldn’t stick properly so I used plasters all around them to get them to adhere to my skin. Only when the monitoring was complete and I went to remove the pads my skin came off too. It was horrific and I was left with raw red scars. Anyone with sensitive skin should avoid them. Especially as your going to be using them every night.
@LivingaStrongerLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I really appreciate this I just had a septoplasty and turbinate reduction and Latera implants put in about 2 months ago however although my breathing has increased half the time my right nostrils collapse often I'll be trying these nasal dialators
@Marc-th9xw
Жыл бұрын
Dr Veer, this video has me genuinely shocked. I had a ENT appointment yesterday and it did not go well. I mentioned devices like this specifically and the Dr had never heard of them, this video is 2 years old :o I have been diagnosed with moderate sleep apnoea and want to avoid having a machine and yes whilst my nasel issues might not fix this, it could be at least part of it This ENT referral was made a year ago and coinsides with that diagnosis (NHS by the way). The Dr was more concerned with the sprays I was using (I'm back on the saline and fluticasone), but it does not have as great effect as the OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE type ones but yes I'm aware of runaway with using that too much. Basically he didn't even tell me the issue with my nose and just said "The possible downsides with an operation are that you might get an infection and an abscess.... bit later on.... do you want me to put you down for the operation then". I was like no haha not right now. I even mentioned the trying to become a nose breather thing and I felt he looked at me stupid, hence the shock of this video then popping up nd you mentioning both. I will be trying these nasel dilaters first and seeing how it does with other remedies I have to make for the sleep apnoea. many thanks for this video and I'll be watching more, especially the recommended one I can see "How I think sleep apnoea should be treated" next!
@preetimittal2123
9 ай бұрын
How are you now?
@1MinuteFlipDoc
2 жыл бұрын
this was the best, right to the point, +example video on youtube! Thx!
@tomreilly515
Жыл бұрын
I always find his lectures informative and to the point. Thank you.
@Troll4youu
2 жыл бұрын
Been using nasal dilator for years but having septoplasty this week
@QvsTheWorld
Жыл бұрын
Need to give these a shot, one of my nostrils work 100% while breathing with the other is like trying to suck a golf ball through a garden hose.
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