Center for TMJ & Sleep Solutions NW - Bellevue

12/16/2025

Frequent headaches or migraines?
Sometimes the cause isn’t where you expect.

When the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) isn’t working properly, it can strain the surrounding muscles and nerves, often leading to chronic headaches or facial pain.

If headaches are part of your daily life, it may be time to explore whether your jaw is playing a role.

12/11/2025

New York City is rolling out a new program and public education campaign that offers city residents free sleep apnea screenings and at-home sleep tests, and it’s catching national attention. It’s part of a growing movement to raise awareness around a serious condition that affects millions of people, often without their knowledge. Here in Washington, we believe it’s a conversation worth having too.

Click the link below to learn more.⬇️

NYC is offering free sleep apnea screenings. Learn why early diagnosis matters and call to schedule a visit in NW Washington.

12/08/2025

Does waking up like this look familiar?😕
We are here to help you find the root cause of your sleepless nights and achy mornings. Message us today to schedule a consultation!

12/03/2025

Did you know that how you breathe can influence your heart health? Research shows that nasal breathing can help lower blood pressure, calm the nervous system, and improve oxygen delivery throughout the body.

If you struggle with nasal breathing or rely on mouth breathing at night, it could be a sign of an underlying sleep-related breathing disorder. Dr. Kushner can help identify the cause and restore better, healthier breathing.

11/27/2025

🦃 Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

11/24/2025

Your jaw clenches during a tough conversation; your teeth grind when you’re stressed. You might not even notice you’re doing it, but before long, the soreness creeps back in. TMD and stress don’t go together, and stress-related symptom flareups only make things worse. Recognizing and managing stress triggers can help you end this vicious cycle.

Keep reading to learn how stress could be impacting your TMD symptoms and what you can do to feel better.⬇️

Learn how stress affects your TMJ and what you can do to feel better. Call to schedule your visit in Silverdale, Federal Way, or Bellevue, WA.

11/21/2025

11/18/2025

Dr. Bains wants to tell you about her favorite patient interaction! 😊

11/15/2025

"We're gonna listen, we're gonna get to the bottom of the problem." 👏

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. 🇺🇸🎖️ Thank you for your sacrifices and commitment to protecting our freedom.

11/06/2025

Nearly 20% of Americans suffer from sleep apnea, but over 90% go undiagnosed. Crazy, right?

Because the most common sign (snoring) happens while you’re asleep, many people don’t realize they’re experiencing symptoms at all.

⚠️ Here are red flags to watch for:
➡️ Constant fatigue
➡️ Trouble with memory or focus
➡️ Insomnia or restless nights
➡️ Irritability
➡️ Daytime sleepiness
➡️ Frequent waking at night
➡️ Loud snoring
➡️ Morning headaches