Sleep Apnea and TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)
This area of dentistry deals with diagnosing and treating sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, which involves pauses in breathing during sleep, and TMD, which affects the temporomandibular joint and surrounding muscles, causing pain and dysfunction. Treatment may include oral appliances, lifestyle changes, or other therapies to alleviate symptoms and improve sleep quality and jaw function.