There is some misperception about using full face snorkel gear. Many people believe that full face snorkel gear is extremely dangerous, and it is for this reason that they should never use it. Another reason that many people feel that using them is dangerous is because they are unfamiliar with how to swim with a full face snorkel and the resulting pressure that the gear puts on their bodies. Another reason that many people think that full face snorkel gear is dangerous is that they just don’t trust themselves to be able to breathe properly while wearing the gear. Here is some advice on avoiding the most common full face snorkel gear dangers and getting your first dive under the water safely.
The first danger of a full face snorkel mask is the pressure that it places on the nose area. While they do sit close to the nose, there is enough room that breathing can move freely, which means that full face snorkel masks can force a lot of air out of the nose. This air can then fill the nasal passages and cause pain for the individual. Although this can easily be fixed by changing the position of the straps (which can be found in many online retailers) it is still very easy to get hurt if you change the straps or don’t get comfortable with the masks.
Another issue to be aware of is breathing through the mouth. If you are breathing through the mouth, you will have the added challenge of being able to exhale, which keeps the CO2 levels up inside the tank. This can be a problem because if you exhale too much, you could risk hypoxia (lack of oxygen). Unfortunately, it is very easy to get hypoxia when breathing through the mouth and if you are unsure of your ability to breathe normally while wearing a mask, it is better to replace it with a chin strap, which has two small valves that keep the pressure of your breathing in check. These valves can help to keep your breathing at a normal level.
One of the main full face snorkel mask dangers is when the mask falls off in your mouth. When this happens you have no other choice but to keep breathing through your nose, which makes you very uncomfortable. Because of the pressure of the water inside the reservoir you will start to feel the vibrations in your throat, which can make you feel very uncomfortable and possibly suffocate. To avoid this situation, you can use a pair of silicone straps that are sewn onto your own nose. Once you have inserted the straps, simply tighten them around your nose and keep them tightened until they go into place, then simply undo them to let the mask fall off.
One more danger of Full Face Snorkel Masks is the increased air volume that they increase. Because of the increased air volume, the amount of oxygen that is in your system increases, which can make you more susceptible to air sickness. When the air comes into contact with your lungs it can cause discomfort, and if you are already prone to air sickness, it can be much worse. It can also increase your risk of drowning or even lung failure, so it is imperative that you wear one of these masks while scuba diving.
Probably the most famous Full Face Snorkel Mask Dangers is the “Dry Sore” that can happen while you are underwater. This is due to the way that a full face snorkel mask is designed to keep the water out of your nose and mouth. If for some reason the air gets trapped, often the result is a “dry sore” that results from the pressure of the dry air against your skin. This is the perfect example of why it is important to always wear the proper type of protective gear and always keep your mask attached correctly to your body. Even if you don’t feel a dry sore, the pressure of the water against your skin can actually lead to an aching head.
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