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Find Relief from TMJ, Facial Pain, Headaches & Sleep Apnea in Seattle

Board-Certified TMJ Orofacial Pain  & Dental Sleep Specialist , and Oral Surgeon offering personalized Facial Pain & Headache Management

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Welcome to Advanced TMJ Maxillofacial Pain & Sleep Center

At Advanced TMJ Maxillofacial Pain & Sleep Center, we specialize in evidence-based care for TMJ disorders, orofacial pain, headaches, facial nerve pain, and sleep apnea. Led by an Oral Surgeon and dual board-certified Orofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Medicine Specialist, our Seattle-based clinic proudly serves patients from Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Renton, and surrounding areas of the Puget Sound. Whether you're experiencing jaw pain,  clicking, ear pain, migraines, unresolved facial pain, or sleep-disordered breathing, we provide personalized diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to your needs.

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Our specialty clinic combines advanced diagnostics with compassionate, evidence-based care. We are among the few clinics in the Seattle area focused on non-surgical, minimally invasive treatments for TMJ dysfunction, orofacial pain syndromes, and sleep-related breathing disorders like obstructive sleep apnea.

Conditions We Treat

Hand demonstrating jaw movement on a TMJ skull model – TMJ disorder diagnosis and treatment in Seattle, Redmond and Snohomish

TMJ disorders cause jaw pain, clicking, limited jaw movement, facial pain, neck tension, and chronic headaches. TMJ treatment can help.

Woman holding her jaw in pain – myofascial pain due to trigger points in the face, jaw, or neck region

Tight jaw or facial aches may be due to myofascial pain, a common muscle-based disorder causing chronic facial, jaw, and neck discomfort from trigger points.

Couple disturbed by snoring in bed – oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea and snoring relief in Seattle and Bellevue

As a dental sleep specialist, we treat sleep apnea with custom oral appliances—comfortable, effective CPAP alternatives that reduce snoring and improve sleep quality.

Man touching his forehead with headache pain – facial pain and migraine management in Seattle

We specialize in treating chronic headaches and migraines linked to TMJ, muscle tension, nerve pain, and sleep disorders—when usual treatments don’t work.

Digital illustration of facial nerves on a man's head – trigeminal neuralgia and facial neuropathy treatment in Seatac

Facial nerve pain can feel sharp, burning, or electric. We treat trigeminal neuralgia, neuropathic pain, burning mouth, and lingering post-dental pain.

We also identify and treat Systemic Orofacial Pain Disorders that may affect multiple body systems, arising from conditions like fibromyalgia, rheumatoid diseases, cancer chemotherapy, immunotherapy,  cancer radiation therapy, chronic fatigue syndrome, long-COVID, etc.

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon & TMJ Specialist

Diplomate of American Board of Orofacial Pain

Diplomate of American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine

 

Dr. Chandrashekhar  (Dr. C) is triple trained in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orofacial Pain, and Dental Sleep Medicine with over 15 years experience. She is  compassionate and deeply cares for her patients.

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Dr. Chandrashekhar is now a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and American Board of Orofacial Pain

Dr. Chandrashekhar's Affiliations:

ADA logo – Advanced TMJ Maxillofacial Pain & Sleep Center is a member of the American Dental Association, serving patients ac
American Board of Orofacial Pain logo – Board-certified Orofacial Pain specialist in Seattle, WA, treating complex facial and
AAOP logo – Member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, offering specialized care for jaw and facial pain in Seattle an
American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine logo – Member clinic offering dental sleep medicine services near Seattle, Kirkland
AAFE logo – Member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, integrating pain and esthetic therapies in Seattle and nearby
Washington State Dental Association Logo - Dr. Chandrashekhar is a member

Why Choose Us?

Pain symptoms can be complex and intricately connected. We have developed a unique integrative approach that treats multiple areas of pain, using both targeted and holistic care.

Specialty Expertise you can Trust

With over 15 years of clinical experience, our founder Dr. Chandrashekhar is a board-certified Orofacial Pain specialist, an internationally trained Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, and an AADSM-qualified dentist. Our Seattle-based practice is built on deep expertise in chronic head and neck pain, TMJ disorders, neuropathic facial pain, and dental sleep medicine.

Personalized and Collaborative Treatment

We believe the best care comes through collaboration and personalized treatment. Our team works with you to develop an evidence-based, non-invasive plan focused on relieving pain, improving jaw function, and restoring quality of life. Surgical or invasive procedures are considered when absolutely necessary.

Compassionate Approach

We take time to listen closely and understand your pain experience. By building trust and clear communication, we can better identify the most effective TMJ, facial pain, or sleep apnea treatments tailored to your unique needs.

Advanced Technology for Better Results

At our Seattle TMJ Clinic, we use advanced diagnostic tools including digital CT scan, laser therapy, trigger point injections, intra-oral scanner for impressions and 3D-printed custom oral appliances to provide precise, personalized care for TMJ disorders, orofacial pain, and sleep apnea.

Services We Offer

FDA-approved appliances, including mandibular advancement devices (MADs) and advanced TMJ orthotic splints, designed to stabilize the jaw and maintain airway patency during sleep.

Targeted chemodenervation with botulinum toxin for treating chronic migraines, jaw tension, myofascial pain, bruxism, and facial neuralgias.

Safe, non-invasive laser therapy used to decrease inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate healing in TMJ and muscular disorders.

Trigger point  injection therapy relieves chronic head and neck muscle tension through deactivation of myofascial trigger points.

Tailored pharmacologic management plans for conditions such as TMD, migraines, neuralgias, idiopathic facial pain, and burning mouth syndrome.

Patient Stories

“I met with Dr. Chandrashekhar, and she was AMAZING. I don't have the best insurance, yet she was very thorough. She explained everything and gave me extra advice on how to handle the problems steaming from my dental issues.”

-LW

Our Location

Address

509 Olive Way

Suite 618

Seattle, WA 98101

Contact

Phone: 206-880-0119

Fax: 888-830-6339

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Clinic Hours

Mon - Thu

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Fri

By appointment only

Saturday

Closed

​Sunday

Closed

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