How to Sleep with Mouth Closed?

Keep your tongue resting on the roof of your mouth

Practice nasal breathing during the day

Treat nasal congestion or allergies

Use a saline rinse before bed

Sleep on your side

Elevate your head slightly

Keep your bedroom air humidified

Avoid alcohol before sleep

Avoid heavy meals close to bedtime

Use mouth tape only if safe and approved by a doctor

Try a chin strap if recommended by a healthcare professional

See a doctor if you have chronic mouth breathing, snoring, or sleep apnea

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