About Us
Dr. Keith Valachi
DDS
Dr. Keith Valachi has a passion for improving the lives of his patients. Having operated a thriving family dental practice for over 27 years, he is committed to ensuring his patients receive the best possible care. Read More
Unlike many physicians, Dr. Valachi understands the connections between Sleep Bruxism (clenching and grinding), TMJ problems, headaches, and Sleep Apnea. His effective and revolutionary Sleep Apnea program is designed to relieve patients of their chronic pain and sleeping issues. Dr. Valachi’s current practice focuses only on the treatment Sleep Apnea and orofacial pain symptoms. This medically oriented approach allows Dr. Valachi to study the common conditions related to pain and Sleep Apnea, while providing patients with a comprehensive clinical experience.
Currently, Dr. Valachi is a member of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA), American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), International Academy of Sleep (IAoS), and the Western Pain Society. He has also completed certification as a Diplomate of the ASBA.
Outside of his clinical practice, Dr. Valachi enjoys spending time with his wife Bethany at their Eastern Oregon cabin, traveling, photography, and experiencing the open spaces of the Great Northwest, such as the remote vistas in Eastern Oregon.
Dr. Andrea Fraser
DDS
Dr. Andrea Fraser, a native of Port Huron, MI, earned her Biochemistry degree from Boston College in 2005. She completed dental school at the University of Michigan in 2009, followed by a 1-year residency at Boston University. Dr. Fraser values patient understanding, providing exceptional care in a compassionate environment. With 14 years of experience, she specializes in sleep apnea and TMJ treatment. Based in Oregon since 2016, Dr. Fraser lives in Portland with her husband, Dan, and their two Read More
Please help us welcome Dr. Andrea Fraser to our Practice Family! She and Dr. Valachi will be working together to help more people with Sleep Apnea and TMJ.
The many benefits of this partnership between Dr. Valachi and Dr. Fraser include:
1. Improved access to care for patients
2. Improved responsiveness to patient’s needs
3. Expanded TMJ services
4. Expanded hours of availability
Dr. Andrea Fraser is a native of Port Huron, Michigan and is the daughter of a dentist and a dental hygienist. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Boston College in 2005, then returned home to attend the University of Michigan for dental school. After earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2009, she completed a 1-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Boston University. Dr. Fraser strongly believes in taking the time to help her patients understand their health and options so they can be most comfortable with their treatment. She strives to provide exceptional care in a kind and compassionate environment. In 14 years of practice, she has witnessed the need for sleep apnea and TMJ treatment grow and is excited to be joining a practice dedicated to helping these patients.
Dr. Fraser moved to Oregon in 2016 and now lives in the Portland area with her husband Dan (a high school Biology teacher) and their 2 young sons, Henry, and Bennett. She was a competitive figure skater for 17 years, so she enjoys staying active outside the office. These days downhill skiing, running, and keeping up with her sons has replaced skating. She and Dan also enjoy reading, traveling, and cheering for their favorite sports teams. They love calling the Pacific Northwest home
Elizabeth Grafton
Clinic Manager
Elizabeth joined the practice May 2021. She comes from a diverse medical administration/ billing background. The opportunity to join the Dental Sleep Apnea Clinic team was a wish fulfilled as she is happiest in an environment that is focused on patient care. Elizabeth is excited to be part of a clinic that strives to offer patients an experience of help, hope and health. Elizabeth and her husband are native Oregonians and enjoy weekend trips to the beach, mountains and anywhere the road tak
Alycia Stuber
Financial Coordinator
Alycia joined the practice in 2018, and comes from a dental background. She worked as a dental assistant for 10 years, and has helped many patients with sleep apnea over the years. It was a natural progression for her to start working at Dental Sleep Apnea Clinic. Alycia cares deeply about helping people find treatment that will work for their lifestyle. She cares so much that she commutes to work all the way from Vancouver, WA! Read More
Alycia truly wants anyone who suffers from using a CPAP to try an oral appliance. Several members of her family suffer from sleep apnea, so she knows how important this life saving therapy can be. Alycia Loves living in the Pacific Northwest, and has always lived on the West Coast. She loves getting out to explore Oregon and Washington for hikes, trails, parks and beaches. She also enjoys watching football, going to car shows, collecting records, cooking and traveling. Ask her about 1 of the 22 countries she’s visited.
Ricky Young
Dental Assistant
My name is Ricky and I was born and raised right here in Oregon. I love this state and can’t imagine living anywhere else. Working out and cooking are two of my favorite things to do, especially if I’ve had a stressful day or week. I also love binge watching a good series or a great movie. Read More
I feel so fortunate to have found a place to work like Dental Sleep Apnea Clinic. I love treating all the
people who come in because I know I’m part of the reason they’ll be able to live longer and more
fulfilling lives. Since working here, I’ve realized how important a good night’s sleep is and I actually suffer from snoring. I can’t wait to get my own dental appliance so that I won’t be chasing my girlfriend out of the bedroom anymore.
Davianne Myers
Dental Assistant
Davianne joined the practice in 2018 and was a natural with helping patients understand oral appliance therapy. She knows that without good sleep and good sleep quality, she wouldn’t be able to keep up with her 4 kids and fiancé or be the best Mom she could be. Read More
Davianne is passionate about working here because she loves seeing our patients strengthen their lives and bettering their health with the treatment we are providing. When she’s not busy working or being a mom, she enjoys camping, cooking and outdoor sports.
Esther
My 14 years as a Sleep technologist have given me the ability to better understand and believe that quality sleep is the foundation to our overall health and wellness. Read More
Sleep technologists do not get the education for oral appliance therapy and so may have a mindset that oral appliance therapy isn’t effective or comes with greater challenges than PAP therapy. However, becoming part of the Dental Sleep Apnea Clinic team has helped me gain new knowledge and witness firsthand the impact oral appliance therapy can have in a person’s life. Our team is 100% devoted to our patients, taking time to educate and ensure patients leave feeling confident and heard. I am happy to be working with a team so enthusiastic and passionate about not only treating patients’ sleep apnea but improving their quality of life.
Miranda
For the first time in my life, I LOVE coming to work. I have a background working in retail and sales, where I was just a number, customers were just dollar signs, and caring for them had limitations. Now I work with a team that appreciates one another, trusts one another, and respects one another. I get to see people’s lives change, right before my eyes! Read More
I see patients come in, whom I must repeat simple instructions to, or who can barely remember what day of the week it is. Then I see them a month later, and they are smiling, alert, making conversation, and seem… lighter. And WE helped that happen! Dr. Valachi leads this team with knowledge that he is always sharing with us, kindness that reverberates all around the office, and a belief in what we do and the difference we make in patients’ lives, and that is contagious.
