Not Wearing Your CPAP?

If you are looking to treat your sleep apnea or if you are not wearing your CPAP, Dr. Kurt Erickson or Dr. Seth Huiras are able to determine if you may qualify for an airway-focused dental solution, without the need for CPAP or costly surgery.

Can't Tolerate CPAP?

An oral appliance fits over your teeth like an Invisalign tray while you sleep and supports your jaw in a forward position to keep your airway open. A custom-fit oral appliance can improve your sleep, restore your alertness, and revitalize your health.

If you and your doctor decide that oral appliance therapy is the best treatment option for you, your doctor will write a prescription and refer you to Dr. Kurt Erickson or Dr. Seth Huiras, who can make a custom-fit oral appliance.  They will provide ongoing treatment to make sure your appliance remains comfortable and effective. 

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Dr. Kurt Erickson

Dr. Kurt Erickson grew up in Fairmont, Minnesota as the eldest son of a dentist and is a graduate of Fairmont High School. He completed his undergraduate education at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in biology in 2010. Taking inspiration from his father, Dr. Erickson earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 2014. Upon graduating dental school, Dr. Erickson furthered his professional training and completed a yearlong AEGD (Advanced Education in General Dentistry) residency program at the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium in Sitka, Alaska. During this time, he received advanced training from specialists in pediatric dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, and prosthodontics. He has over a decade of private practice experience serving several communities in southern Minnesota.

Dr. Erickson and Dr. Seth Huiras founded Southern Minnesota Sleep Center in 2023 as they noticed a great need for sleep dentistry in the patients they served in their general dental practices. His focus at Southern Minnesota Sleep Center is on treating patients diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea through the use of a comfortable oral sleep appliance that ensures they get the rest their body truly needs. 

He is a current member of the American Dental Association, Minnesota Dental Association, and the Southern District Dental Society. Additionally, Dr. Erickson is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and holds the AADSM Qualified Dentist designation.

Dr. Erickson and his wife reside in Owatonna, MN with their three lovely children. He is a huge sports fan and loves cheering on his favorite Minnesota teams in his free time (Skol Vikings!). Dr. Erickson welcomes new patients of all ages and looks forward to meeting you and helping you get better sleep.

No expensive overnight lab stay. We assess your airway using the latest technology.

Airway Analysis

Understanding Your Results

Review your personalized assessment and experience one-on-one care with our airway-focused dentist.

Treatment Options For Your Lifestyle

Our expert clinical team will help you choose treatment options that work for YOU.

Poor Sleep May Be Costing You
 More Than You Think

It may be time to look into an airway-focused sleep solution if you're experiencing any of the following:

You still feel drained when you wake up, even after a full night of sleep

It’s hard to get through the day without coffee or energy drinks

You struggle to stay alert during work, meetings, or everyday tasks

Mental fog and poor focus make it difficult to stay productive

Your mood is shorter than usual, and small things irritate you more easily

Snoring or restless sleep is disrupting both you and your partner at night

No air pumps, masks, or tubes

Compact and ideal for traveling

Preferred 80% of the time over a CPAP

Customized for the most effective treatment

Quiet

Portable

Comfortable

Adjustable

Will Medical Insurance Cover A Sleep Appliance?

We will verify your benefits for you and help maximize the coverage available through your plan before you begin treatment. While insurance providers do not always prioritize what is best for a patient’s health and care, our team will work in your best interest to help you find the most effective treatment options for your individual needs.

We also offer affordable financing options to help make care more accessible and manageable.

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.

Mask discomfort, air leaks, dry mouth, and difficulty sleeping are common reasons patients are unable to stay consistent with CPAP therapy. These issues often lead to interrupted sleep and inconsistent use. 

A custom oral sleep appliance offers a more comfortable, quieter alternative that is easier to wear and designed to support more consistent treatment for sleep apnea and better overall sleep health. 

How Does a Sleep Appliance Work?

Our clinical team work with you until you're getting your best sleep.

Community Care, Not AI

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.

Schedule your sleep consultation with Dr. Kurt Erickson or Dr. Seth Huiras to discuss how we can help you address sleep issues so you can wake up refreshed and move through your day with more energy.

Better Sleep Leads to Better Days 

Comfortable At-Home Sleep Tests Available!

A home sleep study is used to identify obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep-related breathing disorder. It records your breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and airflow during sleep to determine whether interrupted breathing may be impacting your energy, focus, and overall health.

Unlike an overnight lab sleep study, there is no need to sleep in an unfamiliar facility, be connected to multiple wires in a clinical setting, or follow a restricted sleep routine. Get tested in the comfort of your own home!

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.

Comfortable Alternatives to CPAP Therapy Available!

You Deserve More Than Just “Getting Through” Your Days Exhausted.

Can't Tolerate Your CPAP?

Comfortable At-Home Sleep Testing Available!

Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!

Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!

Common Symptoms of Sleep Problems

Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!

Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!

Comfortable At-Home Sleep Testing Available!

Get Real Answers In Three Simple Steps

Get Real Answers In 
Three Simple Steps

Your sleep may be affecting more than your nights. Take 60 seconds to see if you may qualify for a personalized airway-focused CPAP alternative solution, and finally get answers about your sleep.

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.

Dr. Seth Huiras

With a strong focus on airway and sleep dentistry, Seth Huiras is dedicated to addressing the root causes of dental issues that impact overall health. Early in his career, he recognized the link between oxygen loss, teeth grinding, tongue attachments, and jaw development—insights that inspired him to approach dentistry through a broader public health lens. His work centers on assessing oral anatomy and airway health, then creating customized treatment plans that improve breathing, prevent sleep apnea, and protect long-term wellness.

Alongside airway-focused care, he brings nearly a decade of experience in implant dentistry. Using 3D digital modeling and printed surgical guides, he plans and executes implant placements with precision and predictability.

Advances in digital technology have reshaped his practice, raising standards of care and expanding treatment options to better serve patients. His background includes degrees in Chemistry and Statistics from St. Olaf College, a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota, over 500 hours of continuing education, leadership roles in the Minnesota Dental Association, and speaking engagements on dental technology. He is also a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), reflecting his dedication to ongoing education and excellence in patient care.

Outside the office, Seth stays grounded through family life with his wife, Caitlin, their three daughters, and their English Springer Spaniel. He enjoys time outdoors, seasonal traditions like hunting, yard work in the warmer months, watching sports with loved ones, and traveling with Caitlin. For him, dentistry is more than a career—it is both a passion and a vocation that connects him to people, challenges him to grow, and inspires gratitude each day.

Our Location

Owatonna Office

Our Hours

605 Hillcrest Ave. Suite 130
Owatonna, MN 55060