Small Mouth - any ideas?

[Sharkelle]

Even though I am an adult, I have a very small mouth.

My mask is always filling with water because normal size regulators push on the bottom of my mask. Not to mention that my jaw aches after every dive.

Can anyone recommend a good regulator that is ultra light weight and small in size?

 

[O2Addict]

Have you tried looking at these lines,
http://www.oceanicww.com/Product.cfm?PL=exp&SL=Xreg

I know they are for kids, but may suite your purpose, alternatively just look for a different mouthpiece rather than a whole reg.

 

[Raven C]

You need to get a micro mouthpiece and consider some of the micro regulators. I have had problems in the past and I tried several combinations.

I use a ScubaPro Fino Mask and I have chosen a ScubaPro regulator set S550 and R380. They are not in the micro field but they are small in comparison to other regs and I like that. The other reason I chose these is the performance. They breath like a dream. IMO.

I tried a US Micro reg and like it for its size. It is small and convenient. But I prefer a ScubaPro.

The mouthpiece is a key though - no jaw aches.

Hope this helps R.

 

[Sharkelle]

Thanks guys. I have looked at a couple of the micro regulators, but have not checked on micro mouthpieces. Good info for a new diver with a small mouth to have!! Comfort is the key to having fun!! And as hungry as I am when I surface - I want to be able to eat without taking muscle relaxers for my jaws!!

The dive shop where I certified is trying to get a couple in for me to test out before I buy anything. Hopefully that will work out, and I will find something comfortable!!