Some pleasantly surprising benefits occur for fearful patients when they elect to have sedation care at Lyons Creek Dental Care. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

The National Sleep Foundation (sleepfoundation.org) released a statement regarding a comprehensive data analysis of patients, and has released  recommendations  for the ideal amount of sleep for all age groups. If you, your spouse, or your family can’t meet these sleep guidelines, give Lyons Creek Dental Care a call.  We have been practicing dental sleep medicine for over 10 years. We work in conjunction with board-certified sleep medicine specialists. We can give you the professional guidance and treatment to improve your sleep. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for… [ Read More ]

I’ve been treating patients with sleep disordered breathing for about 10 years. Originally, I was screening patients for signs and symptoms of obstructed airway disease and how I could recommend the best course of treatment with specialists.  But in 2007, I stepped up my training and became an accredited member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Now I conduct general rounds at the local sleep medicine clinic and provide therapy for patients who suffer from sleep apnea or obstructed airway disorders. When I consult with patients about the best way to breathe during sleep, I recommend more than… [ Read More ]