JawMatrix

Approximately 12 million people in the U.S. suffer from the breathing disorder called sleep apnea. A distinguishing feature of the condition is interruptions in the normal breathing cycle while sleeping. The involuntary interruptions can occur hundreds of times in a single night and last a minute or longer. Different types of sleep apnea exist.  Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common type. A person with OSA has an obstruction of the upper airway that prevents oxygen from entering the lungs.

Temporomandibular Joint (aka TMJ) disorder often causes OSA. A dysfunction of the TMJ can lead to pain in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, due to improper positioning of the jaw joint. When the jaw joint is out of position, it forces the mouth to move slightly. As a result, the throat and upper airway typically become reduced in size.

Seeking OSA treatment is important to decrease the chances of developing cardiovascular issues, headaches, memory difficulties, concentration problems, and infertility. In severe cases, untreated sleep apnea can progress to a heart attack or stroke, making it a life-threatening condition. 

The goal of this project was to help Dr. Ara Gulesserian and Dr. Maggie Pezeshkian to design a unique website with informative content to help potential patients suffering from TMJ and Sleep Apnea. In Burbank and Glendale and throughout Los Angeles country, JawMatrix offers quality OSA treatment.