TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International

What TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International does

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International is a private, founder-owned professional education and treatment network headquartered in La Mesa, California, specializing in the diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), obstructive sleep apnea, and craniofacial pain. Founded by Dr. Steven Olmos — who began his dental career in 1977 and holds board certifications from four American boards in chronic pain and sleep-related breathing disorders — the company commercializes "The Olmos System," a codified, 30+ year treatment methodology integrating diagnostic protocols (Joint Vibration Analysis, Motor Nerve Reflex Testing, CBCT imaging, sleep study interpretation) with appliance-based therapy. Its core products are multi-session hands-on Mini Residency training programs, supplemented by specialized courses in MNRT, Pediatric OSA, Nuvola Clear Aligners integration, and a series of webinars; the company also sells the Airway Management book authored by Dr. Olmos. The operating model combines direct professional education (paid courses and CE-accredited webinars) with a global network of 70+ certified treatment centers across 7-8 countries (United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Bahrain), a multi-tiered corporate sponsorship program (Diamond through Single Event tiers, $2K-$25K) anchored by vendors such as Bio Research Associates and Anchor Corps, and a certified laboratory referral network. The go-to-market is sales-led, targeting general dentists and dental specialists seeking to add TMJ and dental sleep medicine to their practices, with a hybrid in-person / online distribution model and a franchise-style "Become a Centre" onboarding path. In 2023, Dr. Olmos retired from clinical practice to focus on research and ecosystem building, marking a structural transition in the company's leadership posture.

Name

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International

Legal name

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International

Website

https://tmjtherapycentre.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Short description

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International is a private, California-based professional education and treatment network founded by Dr. Steven Olmos that trains dentists in the proprietary Olmos System for diagnosing and treating TMD, sleep apnea, and craniofacial pain across 70+ certified centers in 7-8 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Continuing Education

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (6212), Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories (62151)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Sleep & Airway Dental Imaging Centers (HLABAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ambulatory Sleep Medicine Centers (HLAFABAJ), Sleep Diagnostic Centers (Polysomnography) (HLAFAKAF), Sleep Medicine Clinic (HLAKANAB)

Keywords

• Dental continuing education
• TMJ disorder treatment
• Dental sleep medicine
• Craniofacial pain training
• Professional dental courses

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Education and Training Courses: Revenue generated from continuing education courses for dentists including Mini Residency programs, MNRT, Pediatric OSA courses, webinars, and online courses. Dentists pay to attend comprehensive training programs and earn CE credits.
2. Corporate Sponsorship Program: Multi-tiered sponsorship program where medical/dental companies pay for branding, booth space, marketing exposure, and access to the practitioner network at various levels (Single Event, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond)
3. Certified Laboratory Network Referrals: Referrals and partnerships with certified laboratories that support the treatment protocols taught in courses

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International provides continuing education courses and certification programs for dentists and dental specialists on diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders, craniofacial pain, and sleep-disordered breathing using the proprietary Olmos System. The company also operates a global network of 70+ certified treatment centers across 7 countries, enabling practitioners to deliver standardized, non-surgical care to patients. Revenue is generated through paid professional training course fees, corporate sponsorship programs, and certified laboratory referrals.

Product overview

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International offers a comprehensive educational training platform for dental professionals. The core offering is the Mini Residency program—a multi-session, hands-on training curriculum teaching the Olmos System methodology for diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders (TMD), craniofacial pain, and sleep-related breathing disorders. The portfolio includes specialized offshoots: the Adjunct Mini Residency (advanced Toronto-based intensive), Motor Nerve Reflex Testing (MNRT) for injury prioritization, and the Pediatric OSA course for children's airway treatment. Supplementary offerings include free and paid Micro Residency introductory courses, webinars on specific topics (anatomy, screening, adult/pediatric OSA), the Nuvola Clear Aligners online course, and published research materials. The company operates over 70 treatment centers across 7 countries, providing a global network for practitioners implementing the Olmos System.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Olmos System: A scientifically-backed approach developed by Dr. Steven Olmos for treating TMJ and sleep-related conditions, integrating every aspect of patient care.
• The TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre Umbrella

Products and services

• Mini Residency A comprehensive, multi-session, hands-on training program teaching doctors to diagnose and treat craniofacial pain, temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and sleep-related breathing disorders using the Olmos System methodology. Targeted at dental practitioners seeking to specialize in TMJ and sleep medicine.
• Adjunct Mini Residency - Toronto Four-day intensive advanced live training in Toronto focused on TMD, orofacial pain, and dental sleep medicine with practical protocols and clinical systems, featuring Dr. Steven Olmos. Targeted at doctors who have completed foundational training and seek advanced hands-on practice.
• Motor Nerve Reflex Testing (MNRT) Hands-on training course teaching doctors to identify the body's survival-based injury priorities for accurate diagnosis and treatment sequencing. Targeted at dental practitioners seeking advanced diagnostic techniques.
• Pediatric OSA Course World's first and only hands-on pediatric OSA course teaching early identification and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in children using a craniofacial development and airway-first approach. Targeted at dental practitioners serving pediatric populations.
• Micro Residency A foundational course providing practical insights on craniofacial pain and sleep breathing disorder diagnosis and treatments, led by Dr. Kristina Wolf. Targeted at dental practitioners seeking introductory training.
• Nuvola Clear Aligners Online Course Online course covering case selection, treatment planning, and step-by-step protocols for integrating Nuvola clear aligners into dental practice workflows. Targeted at dentists offering or expanding orthodontic services.
• Webinars Series Collection of expert-led webinars covering topics including Olmos System introduction, anatomy, TMD/sleep screening, technology and data collection, adult OSA, pediatric OSA, and physical medicine modalities. Targeted at dental practitioners worldwide.
• Certified Treatment Center Network (Become a Centre) Certified treatment center network/franchise model where dentists join the global network of over 70 treatment centers, gaining access to the Olmos System methodology, brand, training, and referral ecosystem. Targeted at established dental practices seeking to become certified TMJ and sleep therapy treatment centers.
• Airway Management Book Book authored by Dr. Steven Olmos covering airway management principles and treatment methodologies for dental professionals. Targeted at dental practitioners studying TMJ and sleep-disordered breathing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thousands of clinics worldwide implementing the Olmos System
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Bio Research Associates InccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiamond Level Sponsor. Provides high-quality diagnostic equipment and technology solutions that complement the Olmos System treatment protocols. Supports educational programs and gains exposure to the global network of TMJ and sleep therapy practitioners.
• Anchor CorpscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiamond Level Sponsor. Medical/dental practice support organization providing operational resources. Supports educational content delivery and technology platform for courses.
• XLearmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmerald Level Sponsor. Learning and education platform partner supporting the professional development programs offered to dentists.
• Diamond Orthotic Laboratory InternationalmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmerald Level Sponsor. Dental laboratory providing orthotic appliances and devices used in TMJ treatment protocols taught in the courses.
• Myofunctional Research Co.majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmerald Level Sponsor. Research company focused on myofunctional therapy products and techniques that support the treatment protocols.
• OsteoidsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSapphire Level Sponsor. Medical device company providing technology solutions for bone and musculoskeletal treatment.
• Nuvola AlignerssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSapphire Level Sponsor and course content provider. Clear aligner system featured in dedicated online course for orthodontic treatment integration with TMJ therapy.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Spear Education: Spear Education is a leading dental CE platform offering both in-person and online courses for practicing dentists. While more digitally scaled, it competes for the same practitioner CE spend and offers specialty curriculum tracks that could expand to overlap with TMJ and sleep.
• Sleep Group Solutions: Sleep Group Solutions is a direct competitor that provides dental sleep medicine training and CE courses for dentists treating obstructive sleep apnea. It mirrors the same professional education and clinical protocol training model as TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International, targeting the same practitioner audience with comparable course offerings.
• Dawson Academy: Dawson Academy offers premium dental continuing education with multi-session residency-style courses for practicing dentists. While broader in scope, its hands-on residency curriculum and CE-credit business model directly mirror the Mini Residency approach used by TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International.
• Pankey Institute: The Pankey Institute is a foundational dental continuing education organization offering comprehensive, multi-day residency programs to practicing dentists. It competes for the same premium CE dollar and dentist mindshare with a similarly structured intensive training model.
• Kois Center: The Kois Center provides advanced dental education through multi-session courses covering comprehensive dentistry, occlusion, and restorative treatment — comparable to the Mini Residency in format (sequential in-person training cohorts) and target audience (career-dentists seeking specialty protocols).

Others

• Glidewell Dental: Glidewell is one of the largest dental labs in the US and operates the Glidewell Education Center offering CE courses and clinical training for dentists. As a broad incumbent in dental education and lab services, it is an adjacent competitor for CE attention and a potential channel or partner.
• SomnoMed: SomnoMed is a leading manufacturer of oral appliances for obstructive sleep apnea treatment, a key product category in dental sleep medicine. It is an adjacent ecosystem participant whose devices are used in protocols taught by the company and is also listed among the company's certified laboratory network.
• ProSomnus Sleep Technologies: ProSomnus manufactures precision oral appliance therapy devices for sleep-disordered breathing. As a supplier of appliances taught in the company's TMJ and sleep protocols, it is an adjacent ecosystem participant with potential both as a sponsor and as a curriculum partner.
• American Board of Craniofacial Pain: The American Board of Craniofacial Pain is the certifying body in the TMJ/craniofacial pain specialty where Dr. Olmos holds board certification. It is an adjacent ecosystem participant that defines the specialty in which the company operates and certifies the practitioners it trains.

Broad incumbents

• American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM): AADSM is the leading professional membership organization for dental sleep medicine practitioners, providing accreditation, guidelines, and education. As a broad incumbent in dental sleep medicine, it serves as both a content authority and a potential channel partner for the company.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/TMJSleepTherapyCentreInternational
• Facebookfacebook.com/TMJTherapyCentres
• Instagraminstagram.com/tmjsleep/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tmjtherapycentre

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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