Meet Dr. Elizabeth Beard
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 pod casts. 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!
“I am so honored to give back to this incredible West Texas community that raised me! I know that God has placed people, situations, and opportunities in my path to allow me to serve, educate, and love on people. I am so humbled by our incredible staff who so beautifully serve and love our patients and each other. I am also so grateful to be here, in Lubbock at Renew Dental and Sleep, with amazing patients who deeply care about their health and the health of their family.”
Meet The Renew Sleep Team
Misty-Rae has been a registered dental assistant since 2015. Over that time she has grown & learned more each & Every day. Misty has a passion for what she does and the patients she cares for. Outside of work, you can find Misty spending time with her dog Hank, enjoying time with friends & family, attending church at TWC or getting to love the ladies at Unpack Ministries which is a part of Lubbock Impact. Misty loves seeing first hand the way Renew Sleep is able to help patients get better, more restorative sleep.
Erica joined Dr. Beard’s team in January of 2022 to work as the Director of Operations for Renew Sleep. Prior to her time with us she worked in commercial interior design as a Registered Interior Designer, where she was a lead project manager. Managing design projects taught her to focus on the details and always help the client make the best decision for their specific project. Working as the Director of Operations, She helps clients review all information and help make them a plan for sleep treatment. Erica has witnessed many people in her life be affected by Sleep Apnea and how poor sleep can affect your entire body. Erica strives to help every patient determine what treatment will work best for their lifestyle and improve their sleep and overall well being. Aside from work, Erica enjoys golfing, traveling, and attending Texas Tech football and basketball games.
Michael Vaughn started working in the medical field as a Medical Assistant pretty early (she was only 16 years old!). Throughout her career, she’s worked nearly every aspect in the medical/hospital setting, with the majority of her time being in management.
Michael started working for Renew Sleep in December 2024 as our Insurance Coordinator. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working with insurance companies.
Aside from work Michael enjoys reading books and hanging out with her grandbabies.