Renew Sleep

11/17/2025

Did you catch Dr. Beards appearance on last week?

If you missed it, we’ve got you covered!

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11/14/2025

In case you were ever wondering...

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11/11/2025

We are forever thankful for the men and women who daily step up to serve and protect.

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10/31/2025

Don't fall for sleep medicine tricks this year!

CPAP isn't your only option for obstructive sleep apnea!

Treat yourself to restorative sleep by scheduling a sleep consultation and evaluation with our team!

P.S.: Don’t experience the horror of letting your 2025 benefits run out - schedule your appointment before your deductible resets!

10/20/2025

Elizabeth Beard, DDS, FAGD is a Lubbock native and a proud Red Raider!

Dr. Beard graduated from Lubbock High in 1999 and obtained a bachelors degree in Cell and Molecular Biology from Texas Tech University in 2003.  

Dr. Beard completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 2007.  

She continued her dental education with a hospital based General Practice Residency at University Hospital in San Antonio.  During residency she acquired extensive training and experience in the surgical removal of teeth, placement and restoration of dental implants, IV conscious sedation, and advanced cosmetic and restorative procedures.

In 2014 Dr. Beard shifted her focus to a more integrative approach to dentistry and opened Renew Dental to bring this treatment philosophy to West Texas.  

Dr. Beard completed her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from American College of Integrative Medicine and Dentistry in 2016.  She also holds a fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, an honor that recognizes a commitment to post-doctoral continuing dental education.

Dr. Beard began her studies in airway health and dental sleep medicine in 2018. She obtained her Diplomate status in the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine in 2023. She opened Renew Sleep in 2023.  

Dr. Beard is fiercely passionate about oral and airway health and how that integrates into the body’s overall health. Helping patients get well and stay well is what keeps Dr. Beard going!

When she is not in the office treating patients or out of town continuing her education, you can find Dr. Beard wondering around Tech Terrace walking her dog Birdie and listening to her favorite podcasts. She can also be found at home trying new recipes with her daughter Sloan, contemplating the Star Wars and Marvel dynasties with her son Cannon, or keeping up with the automotive industry with her husband Derek.  

Any chance she gets, she is traveling with her family, her best friend, or exploring on her own, as long as she is seeing the world!

10/15/2025

10/13/2025

HAVE YOUR SLEEP CHECKED!

Obstructive Sleep Apnea can be a significant contributing factor to obesity or weight gain!

Just as weight gain may increase the risk of sleep apnea, untreated sleep apnea may indirectly contribute to weight gain.

Sleep disruption of any kind affects the circadian system.

An altered circadian system is associated with changes in eating patterns, which, in turn, may affect weight. It can also lead to hyperglycemia, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

OSA, specifically, is associated with glucose intolerance and insulin resistance. Lipid abnormalities associated with OSA include high triglycerides and low HDL. Hormones related to obesity are also altered by OSA. Ghrelin, an appetite stimulant, is higher in patients with OSA.

Sleep deprivation tends to lower leptin production, which may be a reason why poor sleep contributes to obesity. Leptin, a hormone produced by adipose tissue, functions in the hypothalamus to signal satiety to the brain.
Adiponectin is another adipokine that enhances glucose control and lipid metabolism, and may also reduce inflammation and atherosclerosis.

Levels of adiponectin are reduced in both obesity and obstructive sleep apnea.

Another, perhaps shockingly, straightforward way in which OSA affects weight is that it can make someone too tired to exercise. Physical activity, one of the four pillars of obesity treatment, is important for maintaining a healthy weight.

Addressing disordered sleep, the potential root cause of your weight gain, will serve your health long-term better than simply addressing the weight gain symptoms.

Call today to schedule your sleep consultation and evaluation!

10/08/2025

The symptoms of Obstructive sleep apnea aren’t just simple snoring or extreme fatigue. In fact, symptoms can present differently depending on your age and gender.

Unique signs and symptoms of OSA in Women:

🟣Migraine Headaches
🟣Fatigue
🟣Anxiety
🟣Depression
🟣Sleep onset insomnia
🟣Sleep Disruption
🟣Nightmares
🟣Hormone imbalances

Unique signs and symptoms of OSA in Men:

🔵Difficulty Concentrating
🔵Irritability
🔵Headache upon waking
🔵Episodes of gasping or choking during sleep
🔵Daytime sleepiness
🔵Snoring
🔵Low Testosterone

We can evaluate your sleep without you going to your primary care practitioner first! Call today to schedule your consultation and evaluation now to take advantage of 2025 insurance benefits before your deductible resets!