Dr. Gary Demerjian
Dr. Demerjian is an expert in Neuroanatomy, Pain Patterns, Trigger Points, the Trigeminal Branch/Nerve and how it correlates to Neurologic Disorders. He has published several articles and research papers including how the trigeminal system is conncected to neurologic disorders.
Co-Author: Dental Sleep Medicine
This book is designed to enable dentists to understand various aspects of dental sleep medicine,
and to recognize the signs and symptoms of sleep disorders in their patients. It discusses potential
negative impact of a sleep disorder on oral and systemic health, and shows how to collaborate with
others in order to implement appropriate patient management. The first part of the book concentrated
on the scientific background of sleep medicine in connection to dentistry covering the physiology of
sleep, classifications of sleep disorders, their diagnosis as well as medical and dental comorbidities.
Co-Author: Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders
Examines key translational research relating to temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) Discusses the clinical effectiveness of treatment interventions from the perspective of evidence-based dentistry Elucidates the relationships between dental malocclusions, signs and symptoms of TMDs, and airway/breathing disorders
Expertise
Dr. G. Gary Demerjian started his practice in 1990. Since 2004, he has focused his practice on the treatment of TMJ Disorders, Headaches, Facial Pain, Sleep Apnea and Movement Disorders. He did research at UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Biology as a Project Scientist and has published several articles, research papers and a book in the field of TMJ and Airway Disorders. Dr. Demerjian’s research focus was on how the trigeminal nerve is connected to neurologic and movement disorders such as Cervical Dystonia. His philosophy is to develop and utilize non-surgical TMJ treatments to treat and manage the jaw joints long term without making permanent Dental bite changes or recommending surgery. Along with two busy practices, Dr. Demerjian also lectures on topics in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and its correlates on neurologic disorders.
Technology
Dr. Demerjian currently treats adolescents and adults with tmj/mpd-mayofascial pain disorders using custom fabricated orthotic appliances, myriad of therapeutic techniques and orthodontics. His sleep-disordered breathing treatments utilize using multiple dental sleep appliances and therapeutic techniques. He also treats patients suffering from neurologic disorderswith dental management of the disorder through his TMJ treatments. He has published several articles and research papers including how the trigeminal system correlates to neurologic disorders.
Education
Bonita High School, La Verne, California 1980-1984
University of La Verne, La Verne, California 1984-1985
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California 1985-1987
University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, San Francisco, California 1987-1990
Fellowships
Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate, American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate American Board of Craniofacial Pain Diplomate American Academy of Integrative Pain Management Diplomate, American Board of Forensic Dentistry Diplomate American Board of Forensic Examiners Fellow American Academy of Craniofacial Pain Fellow International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Certified Forensic Consultant-American College of Forensic Examiners Certified - Academy of Laser Dentistry Master – Electro-Diagnostic Modalities – Bio-Research Associates Inc.
Professional Affiliations
Current Member Evidence-Based Dentistry Practice Based Research Network American Academy of Craniofacial Pain American Academy of Orofacial Pain American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine American Academy of Sleep Medicine American Academy of Advancing Science American Dental Association California Dental Association San Gabriel Valley Dental Society Full Bright Association- Greater Los Angeles Chapter Past Member Pomona Valley Medical Center Sleep Panel American Academy of Pain Management International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedic International Association of Orthodontics American Academy of Functional Orthopedics American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Academy of Laser Dentistry
Presentations
Publications
Barkhordarian A, Demerjian G, Chiappelli F. Translational research of temporomandibular joint pathology: a preliminary biomarker and fMRI study. J Transl Med (2020) 18:22.
Demerjian GG et.al. (eds.), Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, Head and Neck Manifestations of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders. Springer Nature 2018.
Demerjian GG, Barkhordarian A, and Chiappelli F. Editors. “Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective” Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Demerjian GG, Barkhordarian A, and Chiappelli F. “Neuroanatomy of the Trigeminal Nerve and Proximal Innervations of the TMJ.” Chapter 1, Pg. 3-15. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Barkhordarian A, and Chiappelli F, Demerjian GG. “Neuroanatomy and Neurophyiology of the Trigeminal Network System.” Chapter 2, Pg. 17-38. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Barkhordarian A, and Chiappelli F, Demerjian GG. “Neuroimmune and Systemic Manifestations of Neuroinflammation in the Temporomandibular Joint and Related Disorders.” Chapter 3, Pg. 39-60. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Demerjian GG, Sims AB, Patel M, Balatgek T, Sabal L. “Head & Neck Manifestations of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders.” Chapter 5, Pg. 73-93. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Sims AB, Demerjian GG. “Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Trigeminal Nerve Inflammation, and Biomechanical Dental Treatments for the Suppression of Neurological and Neuropsychiatric Symptoms.” Chapter 6, Pg. 95-123. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Patel M, Demerjian GG, Sims AB. “The Relationship of Temporomandibular Joint, Orofacial Pain and Sleep Apnea.” Chapter 7, Pg. 125-134. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Demerjian GG, Pooja Goel. “Immunologic and Physiologic Effects of Dental Sleep Appliance Therapy.” Chapter 8, Pg. 135-171. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Balategel T, Demerjian GG, Sims AB, Patel M. “CBCT & MRI of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Related Structure.” Chapter 10, Pg. 201-217. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Chiappelli F, Barkhordarian A, Demerjian GG. “Patient-centered outcomes research and collaborative evidence-based medical and dental practice for patients with Temporomandibular Joint Disorders.” Chapter 11, Pg. 219-238. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Chiappelli F, Barkhordarian A, Demerjian GG. “Patient-centered outcomes research and collaborative evidence-based medical and dental practice for patients with Temporomandibular Joint Disorders.” Chapter 12, Pg. 239-249. Temporomandibular Joint and Airway Disorders, A Translational Perspective. Springer Nature 2018. Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland.
Demerjian GG, Barkhordarian A, and Chiappelli F. Testing patient targeted therapies in patients with temporomandibular joint disorder with the arthrokinetic reflex: individual patient research Journal of Translational Medicine 2016, 14:231.
Sims AB, Stack BC, Demerjian GG. Spasmodic Torticollis: The Dental Connection; Cranio Journal 2012, 30:188-93.
Barkhordarian A, Ajaj R, Ramchandani M, Demerjian G, Cayabyab R, Danaie S, Ghodousi N, Iyer N, Mahanian N, Phi L, Giroux A, Manfrini E, Neagos N, Siddiqui M, Cajulis O, Brant X, Shapshak P, Chiappelli F. Osteoimmunology in HIV/AIDS: A Translational Evidence-Based Perspective, Pathology Research International 2011, E. pub 2011 May 21.
Demerjian G, Sims A, Stack B. Proteomic Signature of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders(TMD): Toward diagnostically predictive biomarkers, BioInformation 2011, 5:282-4.
Barkhordarian A, Demerjian G, Jan A, Sama N, Nguyen M, Du A, Chiappelli F. Stakeholder engagement analysis - a bioethics dilemma in patient-targeted intervention: patients with temporomandibular joint disorders, J Transl Med. 2015; 13: 15.
Chiappelli F, Barkhordarian A., Demerjian G, Bach Q, Vandan Kasar. Cluster Randomized Stepped Wedge Blinded Controlled Trials (CRSWBCT) In Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) – Part II: Implications for Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) Research, Transl Med (Sunnyvale) 2015, 5:3.
Chiappelli F, Barkhordarian A. Demerjian G, Bach Q, Vandan Kasar. Cluster Randomized Stepped Wedge Blinded Controlled Trials (CRSWBCT) In Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) – Part I: Toward a Revision of CONSORT, Transl Med (Sunnyvale) 2015, 5:3.
Abstracts:
Demerjian G, Barkhordarian A, Sims AB, Chiappelli F. Systemic Correlates of TMJ Neuro-Inflammation. Systemic Correlates of TMJ Neuro-Inflammation (#105). World Dental Federation (Fédération dentaire internationale, FDI) Annual Dental Congress, Istanbul, Turkey, August 28-31, 2013.
Demerjian G, Barkhordarian A, Sims AB, Chiappelli F. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Orthopedics and Joint Disease correlates to systemic conditions. 11th Armenian Medical World Congress, Hollywood, California, July 3-7, 2013.
Demerjian G, Sims AB, Barkhordarian A, Chiappelli F. Dental Arch Expansion and Mandibular Orthopedic Correction in Children: A Treatment for Pediatric Sleep Apnea. 11th Armenian Medical World Congress, Hollywood, California, July 3-7, 2013.
Demerjian G, Sims AB, Barkhordarian A, Chiappelli F. Temporomandibular Joint Disease: Treatment with Dental Orthopedics for Pain Management. 11th Armenian Medical World Congress, Hollywood, California, July 3-7, 2013.
Barkhordarian A, Demerjian G, Chiappelli F. Systemic correlates and local responses to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders. 94th AAAS-PD Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV; June 15-19, 2013.
Demerjian G. Patient- Centered Diagnosis and Therapies of Systemic Sequelae of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders. 94th AAAS-PD Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV; June 15-19, 2013.
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