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The Orofacial Pain & Oral Medicine Center

OPOMC

Bellevue & greater Seattle area leading center for TMJ disorders , orofacial pain, and sleep care. 

OPOMC offers advanced treatments delivered by expert, highly trained providers.

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Solving The Complexity of Orofacial Pain, TMJ, & Sleep Disorders

Led by Dr. Nada Zankar, DDS. MS.,  OPOMC in Bellevue provides expert medical management for TMJ, sleep medicine, and oral medicine conditions that are affecting you for better quality of life . Our center is committed for quality of care that you are looking for.

The Orofacial Pain & Oral Medicine Center in Bellevue, Washington provides state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, sleep apnea, chronic headaches, and a wide range of oral medicine conditions.

Our team of clinicians trained at world-class programs delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care using advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans. 

Our newly remodeled clinic offers a relaxing, welcoming environment designed to make you feel right at home.

Located in Bellevue just minutes from downtown, with easy access for patients coming from surrounding areas of the Eastside of Seattle.

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Specialized, TMJ disorders, Orofacial Pain, Sleep and Oral  Medicine Services.

  • Primary Services

    • TMJ Disorder Treatment: Comprehensive evaluation, bite analysis, conservative therapies (splints/night guards, physical therapy, pharmacologic management), minimally invasive procedures (trigger point injections, arthrocentesis), and referrals for surgical consultation when indicated.

    • Sleep Apnea Management: customized oral appliance therapy (mandibular advancement devices) in collaboration with local sleep physicians and ENT specialists.

    • Chronic headaches: evaluation and treatment, in collaboration with neurologist integrating Botox treatment with pharmacological treatment.

    • Oral conditions and problems: comprehensive evaluations, performing biopsies as indicated.

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Meet Dr. Nada Zankar, DDS MS

Dr. Nada Zankar is a distinguished expert in the management of orofacial pain, TMJ disorders, oral medicine and sleep medicine. With a Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine form the distinguished program at University of Southern California, she founded The Orofacial Pain & Oral Medicine Center in Bellevue  to provide the best care for patients seeking relief from chronic and complex conditions.

Deeply committed to the Bellevue community, Dr. Zankar combines her rigorous academic background with a compassionate, evidence-based approach. Her philosophy focuses on treating the whole patient, not just the symptoms, ensuring that every individual who enters the clinic receives a personalized path toward restoration and lasting wellness. Her commitment is for high quality and compassionate care  for every patients.  

Dr. Zankar completed her dental training and has practiced dentistry for many years, building a broad foundation in both clinical care and community service. Early in her career she volunteered in multiple locations, providing dental care to underserved populations and gaining experience treating a wide range of patient needs. She also worked in a local dental clinic where she managed routine and complex general dentistry cases, reinforcing her skills in diagnosis, restorative procedures, and patient-centered treatment planning.

More recently, Dr. Zankar has focused her practice in oral medicine and orofacial pain clinic. She evaluates and manages patients with conditions such as temporomandibular disorders, orofacial pain syndromes, mucosal diseases, and other oral medicine concerns. Her background and experience in general dentistry enhances her ability to recognize and address dental issues that can contribute to oral medicine and orofacial pain problems, and to coordinate care with dentists.

Her combined experience—years of general dentistry, community volunteer work, and specialized practice in oral medicine and orofacial pain—gives Dr. Zankar a practical, comprehensive approach to patient care, emphasizing accurate diagnosis, conservative management, and collaboration with dental and medical colleagues when appropriate.

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The Foundation of Our Specialized Care

We treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our clinical methodology integrates evidence-based medicine with a compassionate understanding of chronic conditions affecting patients. Led by Dr. Nada Zankar, DDS MS, the  Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine Center in  Bellevue  is dedicated to diagnosing and managing complex TMJ disorders, sleep-related conditions, and orofacial pain with compassion, and empathy.

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