Sleep apnea and TMJ treatments in in Ottawa, ON
About
Dr. Haissam Dahan
Dr. Dahan is a general dentist with a limited practice in TMJ & Sleep Apnea Management. Dr. Dahan was raised in London, Ontario and moved to the Ottawa region after high school. He graduated from Carleton University with a degree in Science and went on to complete a Dental degree at McGill University in 2005. He practiced general dentistry in Ottawa for five years while simultaneously furthering his education with a Masters in Dental Science degree.
His interest in facial pain management and sleep dentistry lead him to leave his dental practice and pursue a clinical fellowship in orofacial pain at the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital located in Boston. While there, he was a part-time clinical instructor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Following graduation, he moved back to Ottawa to start his private practice and has been awarded a clinical position at the Montreal General Hospital, where his focus is geared to the treatment of facial pain management.
He currently teaches part-time at McGill University and the Montreal General Hospital as a clinical instructor. Dr. Dahan has published three scientific papers supporting his PhD designation and has lectured at Harvard, Tufts and McGill Universities.
Your visit to our office will reflect his genuine and caring nature that is specific to each and every patient’s needs and concerns.
Dr. Dahan is married and has two young boys and a girl. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and is currently authoring a book on facial pain management.
Dr. Dahan and the Ottawa TMJ & Sleep Apnea Clinic were recently chosen as one of the “Companies To Watch” By the Ottawa Business Journal.
Featured Publications By Dr. Dahan
- Dahan, H, Bedos, C. A Typology of Dental Students according to their Experience of Stress: a Qualitative Study. Journal of Dental Education. 2010 February; 74(2): 95-103.
- Dahan, H, Shir, Y, Velly, A, Allison, P. Specific and Number of Comorbidities are associated with Increased Levels of Temporomandibular Pain Intensity and Duration. The Journal of Headache and Pain. 16:47.
- Dahan, H, Shir, Y, Nicolau, B, Keith, D, Allison. P. Migraine and chronic fatigue syndrome are more prevalent in people with myofascial vs. non-myofascial temporomandibular disorders. Journal of Oral and Facial Pain and Headache. In press.
- Dahan, H. Burning Mouth Syndrome: An Update. The Ottawa Dental Society Newsletter. 2013 February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dahan
Here at Ottawa TMJ and Sleep Apnea Clinic, we feature comprehensive services to make sure each patient receives the care they need. Our practice is focused on treating patients with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
If you’re experiencing any of the above-mentioned issues, schedule a consultation with Dr. Dahan by calling (613) 454-1854. We’ll provide you with the care you need to improve your quality of life.
Dr. Dahan is a clinician-scientist who has over 20 years of combined education and experience in dentistry with a focus on effectively treating OSA and TMD.
He’s committed to sharing his wealth of knowledge with future generations of dentists and continuing his own education by conducting research. He’s written various scientific papers and been interviewed by health and fitness magazines. Dr. Dahan has also lectured at Harvard University, Tufts University, and McGill University.
Dr. Dahan chose to focus his career on treating OSA and TMD to improve the quality and longevity of his patients’ lives.
Our Ottawa team is committed to offering a wide range of treatment options to help you on your road to success. We combine a holistic approach with conservative therapies to create a treatment plan that’s customized to fit your specific needs.
With the help of advanced technology and a variety of the latest techniques, we can comfortably give you the care you need with careful precision and trusted expertise.
Thanks to our innovative technology, your visits are faster, easier, and more effective.
Our Ottawa practice features digital impressions, CAD/CAM technology, and Braebon’s MediByte Home Sleep Testing Device.
The MediyByte system is an at-home sleep test that tracks and records your biometrics with the same technology that’s used in physician-monitored testing.
With the help of 3D images and a 3D printer, we can scan your teeth and craft a customized oral appliance right at our office. That way we can immediately start treatment for your sleep apnea.