Joseph Baba, DDS

Dr. Baba has been treating Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction since 1984. During his time of practice, we have come to know that there is no one type of treatment that will work for every single person. This had led him to pursue many avenues of education in the diagnosis and treatment of the temporomandibular joint. He and his team’s wide scope of education allows us to apply the treatment that is right for each person’s needs.

Credentials:
Diplomate, American Board of Craniofacial Pain-Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine
Fellow, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain

– University of Kansas, B.S. 1976
– University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry 1982

Education Highlights related to TMD, Craniofacial Pain & Sleep Breathing Disorders:
– TMJ & Sleep Therapy Research:
TMJ & Dental Sleep Medicine Mini Residency – 2012
Hands-on TMJ & Dental Sleep Medicine Residency – 2013
Phase II Orthodontics for TMD & Craniofacial Pain Residency – 2013
– American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
Graduate of AACP Institute (2007)
Craniofacial Pain Mini-Residency

– Foundation of Advanced Continuing Education F.A.C.E. (2000 – 2002)
– Advanced Restorative Dentistry, Gnathological Reconstruction Program.
– Pankey Institute:
Continuums I – VI (1990, 1992, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999)
– Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics and Orthodontics (2000 – 2008)
Completed all six courses. This program is oriented toward using orthopedics and orthodontics to prevent or stabilize TMJ problems, to open airways for improved breathing and health

Professional Associations/Societies:
American Dental Association (1978 to present)
Kansas Dental Association (1982 to present)
Delegate (2001, 2002)
Wichita District Dental Society
Board Member (1993, 1994, 1995)
Secretary-Treasurer (1996)
Vice-President (1997)
President Elect (1998)
President (1999)
University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry Alumni Association Board (1990-1995)
University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry Board of Trustees (1990 – 1995)
American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (2007-Present)

Three of Dr Baba’s Clinical staff has also completed the six courses offered by the Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics and Orthodontics. They have also achieved the status of Certified TMJ Assistant through the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. These recognitions are highlights among their many other ongoing continuing education experiences.