TMD Information & Resources for Patients, Physicians and the Public at Large

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF
CRANIOFACIAL PAIN
(formerly known as the ”American

Academy of Head, Neck and Facial Pain”)

www.aacfp.org

The AACP Web site features a referral network for locating qualified dental professionals, TMD educational information, self-help tips and more.

TMJ SYNDROME DIRECTORY

www.tmj-treatment.com

An online directory of medical physicians, dentists and health care treatment providers that diagnosis and treat orofacial pain, craniomandibular syndrome, cervical pain, TMJ syndrome, Temporomandibular joint syndrome and TMJ disorders.

THE TMJ ASSOCIATION, LTD.

www.tmj.org

The TMJ Association’s Web site features an “Ask the TMJA” section for patients plus newsletters, brochures and other helpful information.

TMDATA RESOURCES, INC.
( formerly known as “MyoData”)

www.tmdataresources.com

This Web site offers TMJ and snoring educational materials, support and related services for TMJ sufferers as well as healthcare professionals.

PROLOTHERAPY.COM

www.prolotherapy.com

One of the world’s biggest and most informative Web sites on prolotherapy, featuring online articles, prolotherapy success stories, plus recent research and ongoing studies.

BRYAN O. BLEVINS, DDS

www.tmj-sleep-pain.com

Located in Lufkin, TX, Dr. Bryan Blevins provides professional services related to the conservative management of TMJ, headaches and sleep disorders. His Web site features educational information, news articles, patient testimonials plus an “Ask a Question” section.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR CRANIOFACIAL PAIN

Directed by BRYAN KEROPIAN, DDS

www.tmjrelief.com

Dr. Keropian’s practice in Tarzana, CA, is 85% TMD/craniofacial pain based. His Web site helps patients understand more about TMJ and other causes of head and neck pain, and includes a symptoms checklist plus a glossary to help with technical terms.

CHARLES R. HOLT, DDS, PC

www.drholt.com

Based in Bedford, TX, Dr. Holt’s practice is 100% limited to TMD/Craniofacial Pain.

CENTER FOR HEADACHES AND
FACIAL PAIN
Directed by IRA M. KLEMONS, DDS, PhD

www.headaches.com

Dr. Klemons’ is located in South Amboy, NJ. His Web site contains information about how to choose a doctor, an opportunity to subscribe to a free pain relief newsletter, a glossary plus information specifically for physicians.

TMJ THERAPY CENTRE

Directed by STEVEN R. OLMOS, DDS

www.tmjtherapycentre.com

Dr. Olmos’ Web site provides patients with TMJ symptoms checklist plus helpful links. Healthcare professionals may wish to visit this site to find out about continuing education courses at Dr. Olmos’ office in San Diego, CA.

TMD Information & Resources for Patients, Physicians and the Public at Large

BROCK H.M. RONDEAU, DDS

www.ortho-tmj.com

Dr. Rondeau’s Web site features a free, downloadable TMJ brochure; self-assessment test; plus answers to frequently asked questions. Dentists and dental auxiliaries may also wish to visit this site to find out about educational courses offered by Canadian-based Rondeau Seminars.

TMJ & FACIAL PAIN CENTER

Directed by WESLEY E. SHANKLAND II, DDS, MS, PhD

www.drshankland.com

Based in Lima, OH, Dr. Shankland offers a wealth of useful information for patients about TMD symptoms, causes, headaches, fibromyalgia, NICO lesions, Scleroderma, and more on his Web site.

H. CLIFTON SIMMONS III, DDS

www.cliftonsimmons.com

Dr. Simmons’ practice in Nashville, TN, is 70% TMD/Craniofacial Pain. He offers a wealth of research on TMD on his Web site, including abstracts of published papers.

ALLEN SPRINKLE, DDS

www.drsprinkle.com

Located in Arlington, TX, Dr. Allen Sprinkle has thousands of hours of continuing education pertaining to biological dentistry, chronic head and neck pain, and sleep-disordered breathing.

BRENDAN C. STACK, DDS, MS

www.tmjstack.com

Dr. Stack’s Web site offers a wealth of information about diagnosis and treatment of TMD, orthodontics, sleep apnea and fibromyalgia. He is located in Northern Virginia.

STEVEN J. WILK, DDS

www.tmjheadaches.com

Dr. Wilk is the director of the Center for Headache & TM Disorders in Denver, CO. On his Web site, Dr. Wilk explains what TMJ is, reviews symptoms and discusses treatment of TMJ. Information about pain disorders that are often confused with TMJ is also provided.

Patient Support & Advocacy

NICO AND CHRONIC JAW PAIN FORUM

http://forums.delphiforums.com/NICOandAPS/start

NICO (Neuralgia-Inducing Cavitational Osteonecrosis) is a disease that may have a significant impact on your life. The purpose of this Forum is to share knowledge and experiences with chronic jaw pain.

TMData RESOURCES
(formerly “The TMJ & Stress Center”)

www.tmdataresources.com

TMData Resources (formerly The TMJ & Stress Center) is an international support center for TMJ patients. As a sufferer, Sharon Carr founded the Center in 1989, to educate the public and provide help and hope through TV/radio interviews and newspaper/magazine articles. The Web site offers a variety of TMJ educational materials for purchase or rental, including: audiotapes, videotapes, books, booklets, and newsletters.

TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA ASSOCIATION

www.tna-support.org

TNA was founded in 1990 by TN patients and their families who had suffered in isolation and fear, and new little about the disorder and its treatment. Today, TNA has served over 27,000 patients and their family members, providing information, support and referral assistance. The Web site features educational materials, answers to frequently asked questions, personal stories, a directory of helpful organizations and other resources .

Professional Organizations, Scientific Journals, Continuing Education & More

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF CRANIOFACIAL PAIN

www.aacfp.org

The goals of this non-profit professional organization are: to elevate and enhance professional standards of diagnosis and treatment of Craniofacial Pain and TMD; to encourage research and further study; recognize for the benefit of the public professionals who have specialized knowledge and skills in diagnosis and treatment; to promote and improve professional levels of competency; and to encourage the highest standards of excellence for practitioners.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PAIN MANAGEMENT

www.aapainmanage.org

Approximately 6,000 members strong – and growing – the American Academy of Pain Management is one of the largest pain organizations in the United States. Founded in 1988, this non-profit academy provides credentialing of multidisciplinary pain practitioners, accreditation of facilities, networking opportunities, continuing education, quality publications and an annual clinical meeting.

AMERICAN EQUILIBRATION SOCIETY

www.occlusion-tmj.org

Founded in 1955, AES is one of the largest organizations in the world that deals with diagnosis and treatment of diseases of dental occlusion (bite problems), and disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and associated muscles

CRANIO: THE JOURNAL OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR PRACTICE ®

www.cranio.com

With a readership of nearly 3,000, CRANIO is the oldest and largest scientific journal in the world that devotes its entire focus to the reporting of temporomandibular disease and disorders. Published quarterly, the multidisciplinary format allows individuals practicing with a TMD emphasis to stay abreast of related disciplines as each issue presents multiple topics from overlapping areas of interest.

BioRESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC.

www.biojva.com

Bio-Research Associates, Inc. develops and produces highly innovative and advanced products for the evaluation of dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint, the craniofacial musculature and the overall stomatognathic system. The company also sponsors continuing education seminars covering the latest methods/techniques for TMD, orthodontic, cosmetic and restorative diagnosis and treatment.

Sleep Information & Resources for Patients, Physicians and the Public at Large

NATIONAL SLEEP FOUNDATION

www.sleepfoundation.org

Established in 1990, The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public health and safety by achieving understanding of sleep and sleep disorders, and by supporting education, sleep-related research, and advocacy.

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health

NATIONAL HEART, LUNG AND BLOOD INSTITUTE

www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides leadership for a national program in diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lung, and blood; blood resources; and sleep disorders. For health professionals and the public, the NHLBI conducts educational activities, including development and dissemination of materials in the above areas, with an emphasis on prevention.

DROWSY DRIVING

www.drowsydriving.org

Information resources for the prevention of drowsy driving, offered as a service of the National Sleep Foundation.

BRIAN PALMER, DDS

www.brianpalmerdds.com

The result of 25+ years of self- funded research in a private dental practice setting, this Web site offers slide presentations and articles that cover: sleep apnea and how it might be prevented, otitis media, SIDS, plus a host of basic dental and health issues. 

JEFFREY PANCER, DDS

www.pancersleep.com

Dr. Pancer specializes in oral appliance therapy for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, without surgery. His Web site features answers to frequently asked questions, including information about the Thornton Adjustable Positioner (TAP) sleep appliance.

DON A. PANTINO, DDS

www.donpantinodds.com

Dr. Pantino treats patients diagnosed with snoring, UARS and sleep apnea. Nationally recognized for his expertise, Dr. Pantino has appeared on TV, radio, and presented lectures to dentists, physicians and patient groups. His Web site features answers to frequently asked questions about sleep-disordered breathing, diagnosis and treatment. Helpful links are also provided.

JONATHAN PARKER, DDS

www.jparkerdds.com

This is one of only a few practices in the U.S. that is limited to dental sleep medicine. Dr. Parker’s Web site reflects more than 11 years of experience in this field, and it features: answers to frequently asked questions, information about medical and dental treatments for snoring and sleep apnea, articles and research, patient testimonials and more.

Patient Support & Advocacy

AMERICAN SLEEP APNEA ASSOCIATION
A.W.A.K.E. Network

www.sleepapnea.org/awake.html

The ASAA A.W.A.K.E. Network is composed of approximately 200 mutual-help support groups for people affected by sleep apnea. The Network is an integral part of the American Sleep Apnea Association, which is dedicated to reducing injury, disability and death from sleep apnea, and to enhancing the well-being of those affected by this common disorder.

NARCOLEPSY NETWORK

www.narcolepsynetwork.org

The Narcolepsy Network serves as a resource center to: assist support groups, educate the public, facilitate early diagnosis, protect the rights of those with narcolepsy, and encourage ongoing scientific research in sleep medicine.

THE RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME FOUNDATION

www.rls.org

The Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of men, women, and children who live with this often devastating disease. The organization's goals are to increase awareness of RLS, to improve treatments, and, through research, to find a cure.

Sleep Dentistry Professional Organizations

ACADEMY OF DENTAL SLEEP MEDICINE

www.dentalsleepmed.org

The Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (ADSM) is a professional membership organization promoting research on the use of oral appliances and dental surgery for the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing and provides training and resources for those who work directly with patients. The organization builds bridges and forms relationships with the medical community, especially in sleep centers, and other professional groups who play an integral part of the sleep disorders treatment and research team.

ACADEMY OF CLINICAL SLEEP DISORDERS DENTISTRY

www.acsdd.org

The Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Dentistry is a professional organization dedicated to advancing clinical research and understanding among health care professionals and the general public about the important role of dental diagnosis and patient management in the continuum of treatment options for airway-related sleep disorders (ARSDs) including sleep apnea.

SLEEP RESEARCH SOCIETY

www.sleepresearch.org

The Sleep Research Society fosters scientific investigation, professional education and career development in sleep research and academic sleep medicine. Unique in its multidisciplinary nature, the Society began in 1961 when a small group of "new" (polygraphic) sleep researchers decided to meet to share ideas and abstracts. It has evolved into a complex society with more than 900 members today.

ASSOCIATED PROFESSIONAL SLEEP SOCIETIES, LLC

www.apss.org

The Associated Professional Sleep Societies' (APSS) is a joint venture of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society.