Posted on October 30, 2017 by Dr. Erin Elliott
I assess breathing. Everyday. Every hygiene patient—adult and child. I call it an “airway exam.” So, when I ask parents of young children how they breathe—through their nose or mouth–most of the time they give me a funny look. I’m sure they are thinking, “What does breathing have to do with my kids teeth?” Breathing … Continue reading Children and Sleep Disordered Breathing
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The normal “mode of breathing” is through the nose. However, many people breathe through their mouth. The primary reason is because of nasal congestion. This could be due to allergies, chronic sinusitis, inflammation or some kind of physical obstruction (polyps, deviated septum, or trauma). Another explanation could be from a “habit” often stemming from early … Continue reading Mouth Breathing and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Posted on November 8, 2016 by Dr. Erin Elliott
Sleep dentistry has long been a service that we knew was being unmet in our very busy general dentistry office. On average, we see over 50 patients a day in hygiene alone, with likely over half of those patients in need of oral airway evaluation and screening for snoring and sleep apnea. It has been … Continue reading Why West Richland Dental joined the Sleep Better Northwest Team
Posted on April 19, 2016 by Dr. Erin Elliott
Dear Bri and Dr. Elliott, I want to say “THANK YOU SO MUCH” for saving my life! I truly believe that if I had continued to experience the affects of sleep apnea, I probably would have had a heart attack or worse, a short life. Since I started wearing my appliance at night, sleep is … Continue reading Another believer!
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Dentists are oral health care providers who stare in mouths and at airways all day long. Why should dentists care about sleep? It is well regarded the patients see their dentists more often than they see their physicians. Often our patients aren’t even seeing their physicians until something hurts or isn’t feeling right. I’d like … Continue reading Why dentists should screen for sleep apnea
Posted on November 23, 2015 by Dr. Robb Heinrich
In 1900, 60% of all deaths were from communicable sources such as pneumonia, influenza, tuberculosis and enteritis. Life expectancy was about 49 years of age. Today, we are living longer and better, an average of 77.8 years old. Because of the industrial revolution and advances in science, medicine and technology, our lifestyle is much different … Continue reading Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy for Sleep Apnea
Posted on July 12, 2015 by Dr. Robb Heinrich
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) was once thought of to be a disease of older overweight men. However, what is often overlooked is the fact that many middle aged women also have sleep apnea like symptoms (snoring, daytime tiredness, morning headaches, poor sleep) but have another Sleep Breathing Disorder called Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome or UARS. … Continue reading Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome
Posted on July 9, 2015 by Dr. Erin Elliott
We’re so excited to share this testimonial from our patient who was told she didn’t have a problem until we got a chance to test her and treat her: “I have struggled with snoring, being light headed in the morning and driving very tired into work every morning for the last several years. I even … Continue reading Don’t Drive Drowsy!!
Posted on May 26, 2015 by Dr. Erin Elliott
A recent testimonial from a mom regarding her son that she wanted us to share: I wish that someone would have suggested Connor get his tonsils out 3 yrs ago. He has grown an inch in a month (prior 4 months he had only grown 1/4 inch). He eats 3x the amount he ate before. … Continue reading Another Child’s Life Improved!
Posted on February 5, 2015 by Dr. Erin Elliott
When did you initially hear about SomnoMed? Well of course, it was with Kent Smith’s course – the attendees got to send in their impressions ahead of time and get a device. Whenever I go and do talks, I always tell story about changed my patients life. I was at a convention and when they … Continue reading Dr. Elliott Featured On SomnoMed’s Blog
Posted on January 25, 2015 by Dr. Erin Elliott
As I sit here on a plane with my office manager, Brittany, I am once again aware of how much snoring and sleep apnea permeates our society. We are flying back from training an office in how to screen and treat snoring and sleep apnea in their dental practice. This time it took us to … Continue reading Sleep Apnea Awareness And Medical Coverage
Posted on December 22, 2014 by Dr. Erin Elliott
Dr. Elliott and her team asked me during a normal cleaning, “do you snore?” and I responded “yeah, why?” They proceeded to explain to me all reasons why my airway is small. I have complete trust in Dr. Elliott and her team so I went along with their testing and education. To make a long … Continue reading Another Saved Life
Posted on November 11, 2014 by Dr. Erin Elliott
I wanted to take time to thank three people and one great product that has changed my life. Before using RESMED’s Narval Mandibular Repositioning Device I was using an over the counter device. That device was uncomfortable, not very effective for me, and broke 4 times in 5 months. Even with the device I awoke … Continue reading Happy Veteran’s Day
Posted on September 12, 2014 by Dr. Erin Elliott
Here our patient talks about her experience with SBNW. She drove from Sandpoint or Sagle and discusses that it took a little adjusting but she LOVES her Medicare appliance. Discover the difference between us and a dentist that isn’t trained.
Posted on March 17, 2014 by Dr. Erin Elliott
In late summer 2012 I acknowledged that I had a sleep disorder. My wife was losing sleep as my snoring and restlessness increased. Her concerns grew with each apnea moment she witnessed. On more than occasion I had literally fallen asleep as I sat talking wife my wife (who is a great conversationalist) and lovely … Continue reading Another Testimonial On This Life Saving Treatment
