Over use of earplugs while sleeping will lead to a condtion by where you will never be able to sleep without them - even in dead silence. When you sleep your b

Over use of earplugs while sleeping will lead to a condtion by where you will never be able to sleep without them - even in dead silence. When you sleep your brain and hearing system stays somewhat active, alerting you to potential dangers. Therefore by wearing earplugs to sleep you are actually causing your hearing system to become more sensitive. I had seen many patients with hyperacusis caused in part by over use of earplugs.