I used the tip in the shorts method when I had a full tube. I now have a button and it solves the problem nicely. BTW, I should have been checking this list daily and forgot it after first joining a couple years ago. After living on a g-tube fo 12 year I have learned a few things. Under served is an understatement. Thanks to a g-tube list http://listserv.syr.edu/scripts/wa.exe?REPORT&z=3
I learned most of what I know. Most members are moms of kids with tubes but there are several of us adults. Check out their archives.
I promise to check in here on a regular basis. ClarkG

DG squaomous cell carcinoma in neck tongue and palate 4/98;
T4N2CMO
bi.lat. neck disect. 7/98;
Max dose Rad 8/98 to 9/98. H&N Cancer free.
G-tube placed same time as disection. Changed to button after 2 years.DynaWrite
Severe trismus and unable to speak clearly. Use an iPad .