A Georgetown Dental School graduate and Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, Dr. Brown is an international TMD speaker whose expertise in TMJ, sleep, and orthodontics offers patients a unique, integrated approach.
Q: How does your unique approach to treating TMD help patients find lasting relief?
A: A misaligned jaw can restrict the airway, causing poor sleep, fatigue and jaw pain, even altering facial symmetry. Studies show that over half of TMD patients also have sleep issues, and the two conditions can exacerbate each other. At Sleep & TMJ Therapy, we focus on gentle, structural healing that most dentists aren’t trained in, restoring balance and comfort from the inside out. Instead of quick fixes like Botox, we use specialized treatments, including custom orthotics and sleep appliances that open airways, the ALF Appliance to realign cranial bones and Fotona laser for deep tissue relaxation—especially in tight head and neck muscles. Once symptoms improve, we explore lasting solutions like orthodontics or crowns to achieve long-term stability.
By treating the root cause, patients enjoy better sleep, more energy and lasting relief from jaw pain and headaches. Even in cases others say can’t be helped, my patients’ before-and-after MRIs usually show real, tangible improvement.
Q: What do you enjoy most about what you do?
A: I love helping people get their lives back. Chronic pain can change who you are, affecting your mood, your energy and your outlook on life. Every day, we see patients who’ve been in pain for years, have seen countless doctors and have almost given up hope. Helping them finally find answers and lasting relief is incredibly rewarding. Nothing beats a patient telling us they can sleep again, eat comfortably or simply get through the day without pain.