Business Details
33 Years
experience
Holistic Orthodontic Care in Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach Orthodontics has been dedicated to transforming smiles and improving overall health since 1993. Our practice, led by Dr. Maryam Bakhtiyari since 2007, specializes in non-invasive treatments for TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, and functional orthodontics. We prioritize holistic care by addressing the interconnectedness of oral health, airway function, and systemic well-being. Our team combines advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal jaw alignment, facial aesthetics, and long-term wellness. With expertise in early intervention orthodontics and craniofacial pain management, we serve patients of all ages.Our commitment to the community extends beyond clinical care through educational initiatives and local partnerships. We utilize cutting-edge technology, including CBCT scans and custom orthotic splints, to deliver precise, lasting results. Our philosophy emphasizes nasal breathing, proper tongue posture, and nutritional support as foundational elements of health. Recognized for our collaborative approach with medical professionals, we provide comprehensive solutions that avoid invasive procedures whenever possible. For over three decades, we have remained a trusted partner in oral and overall health for families in Manhattan Beach and beyond.
Services
TMJ Treatment
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Functional Orthodontics
Facial Fitness
Craniofacial Pain Management
Airway Optimization
Myofunctional Therapy
Orthopedic Appliances
Dental Sleep Medicine
Jaw Alignment
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in non-invasive orthodontic solutions.
- Our team utilizes advanced diagnostics like CBCT scans for precise treatment planning.
- We specialize in early intervention to prevent future airway and TMJ issues.
- Our holistic approach integrates oral health with systemic well-being.
- We collaborate with medical specialists for comprehensive patient care.
Associations and certifications
- International Board of Orthodontics
- American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
- American Board of Craniofacial Pain
What people say
Non-invasive treatments
Exceptional expertise
Personalized care
Outstanding results
Supportive staff
Services
TMJ Treatment
Our TMJ treatment addresses temporomandibular joint dysfunction through custom orthotic splints and non-invasive therapies. We focus on stabilizing jaw joints in optimal positions to alleviate chronic pain, headaches, and chewing difficulties. The approach combines diagnostic imaging with targeted exercises to restore proper function and long-term comfort.
Sleep Apnea Therapy
We provide oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, creating personalized devices that maintain open airways during sleep. Our treatment integrates collaboration with sleep physicians and diagnostic testing to address breathing obstructions caused by tongue position or jaw structure, improving sleep quality and systemic health.
Functional Orthodontics
This approach focuses on early jaw development using orthopedic appliances to guide proper facial growth. We emphasize nasal breathing and tongue posture to create balanced smiles while preventing future airway issues, reducing the need for extractions or invasive procedures in later years.
Facial Fitness
Our facial fitness program utilizes the BLA Fit device to strengthen and relax facial muscles. This therapy addresses TMJ-related tension while enhancing facial aesthetics through non-surgical contouring techniques that improve jawline definition and cheekbone appearance.
Craniofacial Pain Management
We specialize in diagnosing and treating craniofacial pain through comprehensive evaluations of jaw alignment and muscle function. Treatment combines splint therapy, myofunctional exercises, and posture correction to alleviate chronic headaches and facial pain without pharmaceutical dependence.
People
Dr. Maryam Bakhtiyari
Orthodontist
Board-certified orthodontist with over 30 years of experience specializing in TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, and functional orthodontics. Creator of BLA Fit facial therapy and advocate for early airway screening in children.
Questions
What conditions do you treat besides traditional orthodontics?
We specialize in TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, craniofacial pain, and airway optimization using non-invasive methods.
How does your holistic approach differ from conventional orthodontics?
We address oral health as part of systemic wellness, focusing on jaw development, nasal breathing, and tongue posture.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We are out-of-network providers but can assist with insurance claims for orthodontic and dental sleep medicine services.
What age groups do you treat?
We treat patients of all ages, with early intervention starting as young as 5 years old.
What diagnostic tools do you use?
We utilize CBCT scans, comprehensive health histories, and airway assessments for precise treatment planning.
