Meet Dr. Sid Solomon, #1 TMJ Expert In LA
Meet Dr. Sid Solomon
What 38 Years of TMJ Mastery Actually Looks Like
Dr. Solomon’s expertise runs deep and wide. He has helped thousands of TMJ patients, many after years of visiting multiple doctors who never linked their migraines, jaw pain, or tinnitus to one cause. His approach starts with listening. While most rush through quick consultations, Dr. Solomon takes the time to study your symptoms in full and trace where your TMJ pain truly begins.
Dr. Solomon uses K7 and J5 neuromuscular instruments to measure how your jaw, bite, and muscles actually function, not just guess. These tools record precise data on facial muscle activity, jaw motion, airway influence, and even TMJ joint vibration patterns at microscopic levels. This objective insight pinpoints dysfunctions that standard TMJ exams and general dental evaluations cannot detect. Using that information, he designs a custom GNM orthotic that retrains your jaw to rest in its natural, balanced position, easing tension that may have built up for years.
He rebalances your bite, posture, and muscle function so your body can finally heal. His approach combines biomechanical precision with genuine empathy. He understands that chronic TMJ pain wears you down mentally as much as physically. Patients leave his care not just pain free, but validated. For many, it is the first time a doctor truly believed their suffering was real.
Hear It From Dr. Solomon
On what TMJ disorder actually is, and how neuromuscular dentistry treats it.
What to Look For
Questions Every TMJ Patient Must Ask Before Choosing a Specialist
Most doctors treating TMJ lack the advanced training needed to solve complex cases. These seven questions separate true experts from general practitioners who only dabble in TMJ disorders. Your answers could mean the difference between years of suffering and finally living pain-free.
Dr. Solomon's Answer: "Over my 38 years in dentistry, I have specialized in diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders because they do not just cause pain; they hijack how people eat, sleep, speak, and function. I have studied gnathology and neuromuscular dentistry extensively, not as a side interest but as my life's work. This depth of focus has earned the trust of thousands of TMJ patients in Los Angeles and beyond.
I have practiced internationally, trained fellow clinicians in proper TMJ protocols, and created tools such as the FDA-cleared UniTox syringe, all rooted in a passion for helping people find relief where others fell short. TMJ is not one of the many things I treat. It is what I do."
Dr. Solomon's Answer: "Yes. Listening is the foundation of my practice. TMJ symptoms are constantly misunderstood or minimized. I hear this again and again from people who were dismissed elsewhere. When you come to my office, your story matters. I spend hours with patients understanding their history, their TMJ triggers, their lifestyle influences, and how pain has disrupted their well-being.
This depth of understanding allows me to create care plans that are not just effective, they are personal. Your TMJ pain has a story. I need to hear it to solve it."
Dr. Solomon's Answer: "TMJ is not just my specialty, it is my life's work. While I have a background in full scope cosmetic and restorative dentistry, TMJ disorders and gnathology-based neuromuscular pain have been at the center of my practice for decades.
I have treated countless patients who came to me as a last resort, and they leave with relief, validation, and a renewed outlook on their health. I also train other dentists to accurately diagnose and treat TMJ dysfunction. This is not a sideline. It is what I wake up for."
Dr. Solomon's Answer: "Yes, because precision makes all the difference. Using K7 and J5 neuromuscular instrumentation, I carefully map the detailed function of your jaw, bite, and associated muscles. Instead of relying on assumptions, we gather precise measurements, analyze muscle activity, and create a treatment plan based on objective data.
This is precision TMJ dentistry, and it changes outcomes. Guesswork does not solve chronic TMD pain. Data does."
Dr. Solomon's Answer: "I have treated thousands of TMJ patients over nearly four decades, many of whom had seen multiple specialists before finding me. Experience matters because no two TMJ cases are identical. The more patients you have treated, the better you recognize patterns, complications, and solutions others miss.
I do not treat TMJ as a side project. It is my primary focus, day after day. That level of repetition builds mastery you cannot achieve any other way."
Dr. Solomon will empower you by explaining TMJ disorders and their effects on your entire body. His skill set and experience enable him to help virtually any patient with their dental and TMJ issues, no matter how complex or how many specialists have tried before.
You deserve answers. You deserve relief. And you deserve a doctor who will not give up on solving your TMJ pain.
Dr. Solomon does not lecture from theory alone. He teaches from decades of real patient cases involving TMJ disorders, neuromuscular dysfunction, and orofacial pain. His hands on courses on Therapeutic BOTOX and TMJ treatment give dental and medical professionals skills that most never learn in conventional education. Each course is deliberately intimate, limited to small groups, so every clinician receives personal mentorship. He demonstrates techniques, answers complex diagnostic questions, and shares insights that only come from treating thousands of TMJ patients. Participants leave with practical confidence and the ability to deliver meaningful, measurable results for their own patients.
TMJ Disorder affects the temporomandibular joint that connects your jaw to your skull. Common symptoms include jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, facial tension, difficulty chewing, and neck or shoulder pain. Many TMJ patients also experience tinnitus, dizziness, jaw fatigue, ear pressure, or sleep disturbances. Dr. Solomon uses K7 and J5 neuromuscular diagnostics to objectively measure TMJ dysfunction instead of relying on symptom checklists alone.
Dr. Solomon views TMJ Disorder as a whole body condition rather than a simple jaw problem. He examines how your bite affects posture, airway function, cranial nerve pathways, muscle tension, and emotional stress. Treatment combines precision GNM orthotics, neuromuscular retraining, therapeutic BOTOX for overactive muscles when appropriate, and lifestyle guidance. The goal is not masking pain. The goal is restoring balanced TMJ function so relief lasts.
Most dentists receive minimal training in TMJ or TMD disorders. Dr. Solomon has spent 38 years specializing exclusively in gnathology, neuromuscular dentistry, and advanced TMJ rehabilitation. He uses K7 and J5 diagnostics, trains dentists internationally, created FDA cleared tools, and treats complex TMJ cases that others could not resolve. His approach blends objective data with genuine listening, something rushed clinics cannot offer.
Absolutely. TMJ dysfunction often contributes to migraines, neck pain, shoulder tension, tinnitus, vertigo, sleep apnea, jaw clenching, and even digestive issues related to poor chewing mechanics. Because the temporomandibular joint is connected to cranial nerves, postural alignment, and airway pathways, imbalances can impact the entire body. Dr. Solomon addresses these global connections rather than treating TMJ symptoms in isolation.
Yes. Patients travel from across the United States and internationally to see Dr. Solomon because his expertise in complex TMJ disorders is rare. Initial consultations include comprehensive neuromuscular diagnostics, and treatment plans are structured to minimize travel while maximizing therapeutic progress. Many out of state patients complete TMJ treatment in efficient, condensed visits.
I have practiced dentistry for over 25 years, and Dr. Solomon’s TMJ training completely changed how I approach patients with jaw disorders. His methods are clear, evidence based, and immediately applicable.
Dr. Lisa Nguyen, DDS, San Francisco
Dr. Solomon bridges the gap between theory and practice better than anyone I have met. His mentorship gave me the confidence to treat complex TMJ and facial pain cases with precision.
Dr. Robert Kim, MD, Los Angeles
Learning from Dr. Solomon was the turning point in my career. His experience, patience, and ability to explain advanced TMJ and neuromuscular concepts made every minute valuable.
Reach out today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Sid Solomon. Get real answers, precise diagnosis, and lasting relief through expert TMJ and neuromuscular care.
Educational Background
Nearly four decades of formal training, and the reconstruction coursework that shaped how he treats today.
- March 1985 Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology University of California, Los Angeles, Magna Cum Laude
- June 1988 Doctor of Dental Surgery University of the Pacific, Faculty of Dentistry
- March 2003 CORE I Full Mouth Reconstruction
- March 2004 CORE II Full Mouth Reconstruction
Associations & Certifications
Memberships, permits and post-graduate certifications held by Dr. Solomon.
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association®
- California Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics
- Western Los Angeles Dental Society
- San Fernando Valley Dental Society
- Occlusion Connections™
TMJ & Facial Pain
- Frontline TMJ and Facial Pain Certification
- Comprehensive Therapeutic BOTOX® for Pain Management Certification
Injectables & Aesthetics
- National Institute of Medical Aesthetics
- Cosmetic Injections Certification
- Advanced Cosmetic Injections Certification
- Botulinum Toxin Certification
- Dermal Filler Certification for Everyday Practice
- Allergan
Orthodontics
- Align Technology
- Premiere Provider for Full-Mouth Invisalign®
- Certification for Invisalign®
- Certification for Clear Principals
Sedation
- Conscious Sedation Consulting
- Adult Oral Conscious Sedation Permit Certification
Recognition
- Diamond Tier Provider, among the top 200 doctors in the USA
Innovator, Inventor & Educator
Dr. Sid Solomon’s commitment to precision extends far beyond his own treatment rooms. He is the inventor of the Unitox® syringe, a specialized syringe designed to simplify and improve the delivery of botulinum toxin by marking dosage directly in botulinum toxin units.
What began as a practical solution developed from Dr. Solomon’s own clinical experience has grown into a product used by medical and dental professionals around the world. Today, Unitox® syringes are sold internationally, reflecting Dr. Solomon’s longstanding focus on innovation, accuracy, and improving the way clinicians deliver care.
Dr. Solomon is also passionate about education. He teaches dentists and other clinicians how to incorporate therapeutic botulinum toxin injections into patient care, including its use in the management of muscle-related facial pain, clenching, and other functional concerns.
His ability to combine clinical expertise, innovation, and education has made him not only a respected treating doctor, but also a resource to other professionals seeking to advance their own skills.
For Dr. Solomon, innovation has always had one purpose: to make treatment more precise, more predictable, and ultimately better for the patient.
Dream Big… Smile Big!
Dr. Solomon's best-selling book "Dream Big... Smile Big!" is not just about dentistry. It is about the transformation of your health, including the often overlooked connection between TMJ function, posture, sleep, and whole body wellness. He shares his journey from student to specialist and explains complex dental and TMJ concepts in ways anyone can understand. More importantly, he reveals the philosophy behind his work: that dental care should rebuild lives, not just repair teeth. Every page reflects the same compassion his patients experience in his chair.
Find Out What Is Actually Causing It.
A proper evaluation is the place to start. Dr. Solomon measures jaw position, muscle activity and bite forces to find the source.
