INDIA’S LEADING
TMJ, TONGUE TIE &
SLEEP INSTITUTE
Providing a pioneering and cutting edge approach to Tongue Ties, Snoring,
Sleep Apnea & Jaw Pain using minimally invasive and affordable treatments.
Dr. Ankita Shah
Our Founder Dr. Ankita Shah is the first Indian Ambassador of The Breathe Institute, Los Angeles. Dr.Ankita had got the opportunity to observe Dr. Soroush Zaghi, a renowned ENT & Sleep Surgeon perform Functional Frenuloplasty tongue tie surgeries at his practice in Los Angeles.
– At The Breathe Institute, Los Angeles
Dr. Shah is also the First and Only OC-trained Indian Dentist by Dr. Clayton Chan to provide Gneuromuscular dentistry (GNM) & Orthopedic treatments for TMJ. Dr Shah was trained by Dr. Clayton Chan, a world-class pre-eminent educator and authority on neuromuscular and GNM dental occlusion.
– At Occlusion Connections Institute, Las Vegas
Trusted By Millions
Trusted By Millions
Our Speciality Services
Dr. Ankita, a Tongue Tie Specialist in Mumbai, India, proficiently treats tongue ties in Infants, Children and Adults. When combined with Virtual Myofunctional therapy, our advanced Fascial Tongue Tie Release surgical procedure gives our patient life-altering relief.
Infant
Child
Adults
Laser Frenectomy
Dr. Zaghi’s Functional Frenuloplasty
Sleep Disorder
Our Speciality Services
Enjoy Affordable and Pain Relieving Myofunctional Therapy from anywhere in the world. Myofunctional Therapy and Breath Retraining is not only for children but is also helpful for adults with tongue ties and TMJ.
Oral Myofunctional Therapy(MFT)
Breath Retraining
Myofunctional Therapy For Sleep Apnea
Myofunctional Therapy For TMJ
Myofunctional Therapy For Tongue Tie
Our Speciality Services
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders can seriously hamper one’s lifestyle and mindset. Eliminate your TMD pain, migraines, headaches, sleep apnea, facial & jaw pain, bite correction and anxiety through interdisciplinary dentistry. Our Gneuromuscular approach uses sustainable & minimally-invasive pain-relief techniques that integrate the bite, joint, airway and tongue posture.
What is TMJ Joint?
Pain Relief
GNM Orthotics
Clenching & Grindng
Airway Orthodontics
OSA/UARS & TMD
Our Speciality Services
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders can seriously hamper one’s lifestyle and mindset. Eliminate your TMD pain,
migraines, headaches, sleep apnea, facial & jaw pain, bite correction and anxiety through interdisciplinary
dentistry. Our Gneuromuscular approach uses sustainable & minimally-invasive pain-relief techniques that
integrate the bite, joint, airway and tongue posture.
Snoring & Sleep Apnea
Mouth Breathing
Diagnosing Sleep Disorders
Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances
Sleep Disorders in Children
Reema, 59
“I suffered from debilitating shoulder pain and migraines due to an ascending TMJ disorder. Dentician, was a blessing because they provided me with affordable and long lasting pain relief through simple non invasive treatments like Myofunctional Therapy, Laser therapy and Fascial Massages. God Bless!”
Zora Irani, 4 weeks
“Dr. Ankita is so great with handling babies. She explained and analysed my 4 week old baby’s tongue tie procedure thoroughly and let us decide without any hurry. She was extremely gentle with the baby during the procedure and made sure to do the exercises to prevent any reattachement.”
Sarthak Banerjee, 2.8
“Dr. Ankita has immense patience to handle toddlers with a lot of affection & care. My son had a tongue tie and a lip tie with snoring, speech delay, difficulty in eating, mood swings, I’m so happy to see that post the procedure we have observed a that my child is able to chew solid food, he sleeping well, snoring has disappeared, he is such a happy child now..”
Arya, 21
“I suffer from a TMJ disorder caused by a tongue tie. Consulted with 23 leading doctors globally, before being introduced to Dr. Ankita by Dr. Zaghi. Myofunctional therapy and tongue tie surgery changed my life. I feel better than ever and am grateful to Dr Ankita and her myofunctional therapists, physiotherapists and TMJ doctors!”
Murad, 31
“Dr Ankita was recommended by Dr. Zaghi. My stammering and neck tension disappeared immediately after my tongue tie surgery. I am thrilled that my visit from Bangladesh was so successful. I would do this a million times over!”
The Providers
Through research based on international standards, clinical care and community service, we
continually collaborate to provide outstanding treatment to advance the standards of health care.
Dr. Ankita Shah
MDS Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
Fellowship in MFS Orthodontics, Barcelona
First and Only Indian Ambassador of The Breathe Institute, Los Angeles
President of Airway Co-Lab Chapter, India
“There is a lot going on behind those gorgeous smiles. Jaws and Airway are the hidden pathway to overall wellness. Medicine is constantly moving forward and there is always more to learn. We wish to change the way dentistry has approached problems in the past.”
Kerry Bajaj
SLEEP TRAINER & HEALTH COACH
Certified Child Sleep Consultant
“I believe that sleep is healing, and every baby and child can sleep well.”
Dr. Uday Vora
ENT SURGEON
MS., DNB
Dr. Preeti Kulkarni
ORTHODONTIST
MDS
“1 in 4 kids needs braces. A bad bite can have an influence on airway breathing, sleep, posture and TMJ…. Start early!”
Dr. Manisha Gogri
LACTATION CONSULTANT
MBBS, CBE, IBCLC
Dr. Zinal Unadkat
LACTATION CONSULTANT & PEDIATRICIAN
MBBS, DCH, IBCLC
Dr. Laila Jassani
SPEECH THERAPIST
M.Sc (ASR)
“Delayed speech, stammering, lisping, picky eating is not normal. Mouth breathing, tongue ties and lip ties can affect speech and eating. Start early!”
Dr. Hemali Mehta
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
USA Licensed Ortho, Sports and Fascia PT
Dr. Zia Nath
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPIST
BCST, RCST, IABT(North America), ICSB(Switzerland)
Dr. Nirav Cheddha
ENT SURGEON
DNB, DORL, DLO, FCPS, MBBS
“Tonsil and adenoids have been so common in children. But do we really need to remove them? We take care of your health making use of revolutionary medicine with love and compassion.”
Dr. Nirali Shah
HOMEOPATH & LACTATION COUNSELLOR
BHMS, CLE
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TMJ Pain in Athletes: Causes, Treatment & Night Guard Benefits
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Athletes and fitness enthusiasts push their bodies hard. This also places significant strain on the jaw. Clenching during lifting, impact to the face in contact sports, long hours of training, forward-head posture, and high stress can overload the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). When this joint […]
Can Tonsil and Adenoid Removal Affect a Child’s Immunity?
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Tonsil and adenoid removal does not weaken a child’s long-term immunity. When these tissues are enlarged or infected, removing them can actually enhance breathing, improve sleep patterns, and support better overall well-being. What Function Do Tonsils and Adenoids Serve in a Child’s Immune System? […]
Sleep Apnea and TMJ: The Nighttime Jaw-Grinding Cycle Explained
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Jaw grinding during sleep is often a protective response to breathing obstruction caused by sleep apnea, where the body uses jaw movement to reopen the airway. This repeated activation can lead to muscle strain, clenching, and eventually TMJ-related symptoms if not addressed properly. Why […]
Do Wisdom Tooth Extractions Cause TMJ?
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Wisdom tooth extraction does not directly cause TMJ disorders. Some patients may experience temporary jaw discomfort due to muscle strain during the procedure, but this typically resolves within a few days to weeks and does not lead to long-term joint problems. Wisdom tooth extraction […]
How Missing Teeth Affect Jaw, Posture, and Airway
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Missing teeth can gradually change your bite height, affecting how your jaw functions and how muscles work. Over time, this may influence posture patterns and even breathing space in certain cases. Early evaluation helps maintain balance and prevent Meta Title -Missing Teeth & TMJ […]
GNM Sleep Appliance: Fix TMJ, Snoring, and Sleep Apnea Holistically
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article If you are reading this, chances are you or someone you love is struggling with a restless night. Maybe your partner has nudged you for the hundredth time asking you to “please stop snoring.” Perhaps you wake up every morning with a dull headache, […]
Tonsils, Adenoids, and Airway Orthodontics: Unlocking Better Breathing in Kids
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article As a TMJ and airway specialist in Mumbai, one of the most common concerns parents bring to me is this: “My child is always tired, snores at night, or breathes through the mouth, is something wrong?” My answer is almost always the same: yes, […]
Premolar Extractions in Braces: Do They Cause TMJ Problems?
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Orthodontic treatment has evolved significantly over the years, yet one topic continues to raise questions among patients and clinicians alike — premolar extraction braces. Many individuals undergoing braces are advised to remove premolars to create space for alignment. But an important concern often follows: […]
TMJ Pain After Braces? Why Orthodontics Can Trigger Jaw Disorders
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article Orthodontic treatment is often associated with straight teeth and a confident smile. However, some patients report unexpected symptoms after completing braces—jaw discomfort, clicking sounds, headaches, or even difficulty chewing. This raises an important clinical question: can braces contribute to jaw joint problems? The answer […]
Is a Night Guard Enough for Teeth Grinding Treatment?
By Dr. Ankita Shah verified expert in TMJ Share this Article A night guard is like a cushion that protects your teeth from grinding damage but does not treat the root cause of bruxism. If your grinding is linked to TMJ disorder, stress, sleep apnea, or jaw misalignment, a night guard alone will not stop […]