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Meet Us
Meet the Doctor
Brian G. Criss, DDS
Dr. Criss received his Bachelor’s of Social Work (BSW) degree from the University of Wyoming. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Nebraska. Dr. Criss has been in private practice for over 20 years in Rapid City, SD. Five years ago, Dr. Criss developed a special interest in sleep breathing disorders and since that time has taken over 100 continuing education hours in this area.
Dr. Criss brings his expertise to sleep disorders, finding the best solution to help patients get a good night’s rest, thus improving their overall quality of life. Working with top physicians and sleep study clinics, Dr. Criss has been able to obtain the highest level of care for patients who suffer from sleep apnea and snoring. Our entire team works together to make sure the process is comprehensive and simplified, taking care of each patient personally.
Dr. Criss is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy.
Our Value System
Christian Based Care
Dr. Criss believes in providing the same quality treatment that he would give a family member, a daughter, or a spouse. He believes in being honest and upfront with expectations and strives to have each patient achieve the outcome they're looking for. Additionally he and his team believe that every person has value, and is worth going the extra mile for.
Dr. Criss believes strongly that his father had undiagnosed sleep apnea, and that his sleep apnea contributed to his sudden cardiac death. Dr. Criss has made it his life's mission to treat sleep apnea in the rapid city community and add as many years of vital god given life to as many fathers, mothers, sons and daughters of the community as possible.
Dr. Criss feels strongly that Sleep Apnea and TMD treatment can improve and save lives. We offers individual, 30-minute consultations on sleep breathing disorders and TMD issues. Whether it’s loud snoring, other sleep apnea symptoms, popping and clicking in your jaw, or daily pain, make sure you are not at risk for a very treatable, potentially life-threatening condition. Join us in our consultation to learn more about sleep apnea and TMD and get all of your questions answered. We have a limited number of consultation times available, so schedule yours as soon as possible.