Technology in the Practice

Learn more about the various types of technology we use to diagnose and treat your orofacial or sleep-related breathing disorder.

Joint Vibration Analysis

Joint Vibration Analysis

Your TMJ’s or jaw joints are the skeletal foundation of your mouth. All dentists are required to assess the health and function of your TMJ’s. Our office uses Joint Vibration Analysis (JVA) which records the vibrations created by joint fluid, cartilage and bone as you open and close your mouth.

This test allows us to objectively measure and document the health of your Jaw Joint in just 10 seconds of opening and closing. It can be used to help diagnose problems with the joint that can be the cause of breakdown or pain, and can help us make sure we are aware of any underlying issues before performing any treatment that could damage or strain your jaw joints.

MLS Laser

MLS Laser

“MLS Warm Laser Technology” Our office uses MLS Laser Therapy, a revolutionary system that has been shown to reduce inflammation, reduce pain, and promote healing DRUG-FREE! This laser is the pride and joy of our office.

Almost everything a Dentist treats is either painful, or inflammatory, and some procedures require rapid healing. This laser causes no pain and works immediately on your pain and inflammation to make you feel like you didn’t even go to the dentist.

NARIS – Rhinometry/Rhinomanometry

Naris Rhinometry

How you breathe through your nose can be influenced by proper growth and development of your upper and lower jaws.

We measure how you breathe through your nose and may be able to improve that with various treatment options or in cooperation with an ENT.

Home Sleep Testing

Home Sleep Imaging

This next generation MediByte® Jr Home Sleep Testing (HSAT) device uses patent pending technology to provide simple, cost effective and reliable screening for sleep apnea.

The extra-strength LEMO™ connector and smooth nylon makes the MediByte® Jr incredibly durable. Side wings conveniently attach the unit to the chest effort belt so there is no need for a holding vest or pouch and its weight (91 grams) makes it a great choice for adults and children alike. This product is tech-savvy, saving studies on the internal memory and can be downloaded via a USB computer connection. This recorder is the next generation of screening devices and is CPAP compatible.

The MediByte® Jr may be used during titration studies or for 12-week follow-up evaluations.

FOTONA Laser

NightLase

NightLase® is a leading-edge laser procedure for the treatment of snoring. It is a non-invasive, no appliance, simple and an effective way of keeping your airway open and reducing or eliminating snoring.

Laser energy is used to heat the tissues of the airway causing a tightening effect which helps to keep your airway open. NightLase® is performed with approximately three short treatments spaced over two months. Each treatment lasts 15 minutes and requires no anesthesia. The procedure is comfortable, and you can resume your daily routine immediately afterwards. Results are often seen after the first session.

Fotona Before After

Cone Beam 3D Imaging

iCAT Cone Beam

This dynamic system offers three maximum fields of view (FOV), V8, V10, and V17. Within these sizes, you also have the option to scale or collimate the scan height to capture only the area of interest per the patient’s immediate need. The system also provides enhanced low-dose imaging options through protocols and collimation, dedicated traditional 2D panoramic capabilities, and the feature-rich Tx STUDIO™ software, powered by Anatomage.

For patients with suspect airway or sinus tissue, you can use i-CAT scans in software such as Tx STUDIO to review the 3D data and reveal compromised airways — which can be an indication of a sleep disorder.

iCAT Airway

Detect TMJ anomalies for the ability to design effective patient treatment. Using the TMJ visualization tools, zero in on the temporomandibular joints to identify wear, defects, and fractures. These tools also act as virtual study models to streamline and expedite treatment and allow you to design splints with the optional Medical Design Studio module.

iCAT TMJ

Learn more about what our patients have to say

about the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of San Diego

jody riley
jody riley
2024-01-25
Excellent care!! !!!I feel so much better !! Thank you!!!
Mary Prendergast
Mary Prendergast
2024-01-17
I have been seeing the specialists at La Mesa's TMJ Centre since the mid-1990s when my dentist referred me to Dr. Smith. I am utterly please with the care. My headaches, jaw pain have majorly improved. I feel comfortable and confident in their care and am faithful wearing my appliances. Dr. Smith has retired and the new doctor has the same caring attitude.
Brittany Gasner
Brittany Gasner
2024-01-09
Such a beautiful office, comforting, always welcomed with smiling faces. LOVE coming in weekly for my tmj therapy with Kylee, she is so knowledgeable and listens to my needs as a patient. Great team here! Thanks Dr.Brad and crew!
Renee Wilkinson
Renee Wilkinson
2024-01-06
Wonderful staff. Clean and stylish lobby with very knowledgeable team. Genuinely cares for their patients and anyone that is there to consult with a professional on their issues. Victoria was exceptional and the doctor made me feel comfortable as I have high anxiety going to dentists/doctors.
Andrew Cross, II
Andrew Cross, II
2023-11-10
TMJ is always friendly and very helpful. They are more concerned about “YOU” as a patient and your health, than getting you in and out quickly!
Barbara Blaney
Barbara Blaney
2023-11-10
Doctors are smart, respectful and actually listen to patient needs. Supported by an amazing team of women, from the front desk to behind the scenes, who deal with patients in a kind,considerate way that is not often found at most dr's offices today.
Anthony Delgado
Anthony Delgado
2023-10-30
I recently went thru treatment for some jaw pain and popping, and had great results! I didn't have a referral at first but I was looking around online to see if I could find a professional to check out the problems I was having. You start off with a consultation and go thru several exams and testing which I felt were comprehensive and convinced me to pursue the 3 month treatment. The downside is that insurance may not cover the visits and treatment regiment, but it was definitely worth the money. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for TMJ treatment. The staff and doctor are also very friendly and knowledgeable
m s
m s
2023-10-14
Dr Sainsbury, Victoria, THANK YOU! As a fellow colleague who found herself in urgent need of help with her child, I cannot express enough gratitude or say enough about this office's mission and compassion! Although Dr Sainsbury doesn't usually see patients on Fridays, after Victoria relayed my story to him, he offered to come to the office to see my child and help in any way he could. And that he did! Dr Sainsbury was personable, clearly very knowledgeable and clear on his diagnosis and recommendations. He helped put my teen at ease immediately. Although in this case the diagnosis did not fall squarely into the TMJ realm, the attitude was not one of "sorry can't help you, bye" as is a little too often in healthcare. Dr Sainsbury clearly had a deep understanding of not only his field but the associated fields. He was sympathetic and offered pain relief services as well as take home products, self care advice and suggestions as to next steps. Everything a patient in pain (or parent of one!) would hope to find in their treating clinician! Willing and able to help! Thank you!