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Sleep Apnea and TMJ Dental Group
Dental Sleep Medicine · TMJ Disorders · Orofacial Pain
Dr. Masudian, DDS, MPH
Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
USC CODA-Accredited Orofacial Pain Residency
Specialized Care
Oral appliance therapy (Sleep Apnea)CPAP intolerance & alternativesMandibular advancement devicesTMJ disorders (TMD)Custom occlusal splintsOrofacial & nerve painFor referring physicians & dentistsAbout Dr. MasudianWest Hills Office
(818) 877-0118Info@TMJ.DentistCommunity Medical Center
23101 Sherman Pl, Suite 415
West Hills, CA 91307
Office status: Closed for renovation
Reopening mid-January 2027
Serving Los Angeles & Ventura counties
