Dr. Michael Gelb, DDS, MS - world-renowned TMJ and Sleep Specialist

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Welcome to Dr. Michael Gelb

Dr. Michael Gelb, DDS, MS is a world-renowned TMJ and Sleep Specialist with practices in both New York City and White Plains. He received his D.D.S. degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and his M.S. from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Gelb is the co-author of GASP: Airway Health- The Hidden Path to Wellness, and the co-founder of both The Foundation for Airway Health and The American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry.

The Gelb Center was founded over 30 years ago by Dr. Michael Gelb’s father, Dr. Harold Gelb. Since then, Dr. Michael has taken his father’s findings to the next level through his Airway Centric® integrated therapy. He invented the ACG™ Airway Centric® System with the help of ProSomnus Sleep Technologies. The ACG System is the first day and night dental appliance solution that offers an integrated approach to addressing airway issues.

Dr. Michael Gelb is dedicated to improving his patients’ health by reducing pain, restoring refreshing sleep and transforming lives.

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The Gelb Center

The Gelb Center of New York offers integrated medical treatment including pain management for head pain, neck pain, TMJ, facial & neck pain, and jaw pain and other dysfunctions including headaches, snoring, and sleep apnea. By integrating science, medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic therapy, nutrition, biofeedback, pain management/pain medication, applied kinesiology, and cranial therapy in our treatments.

Diplomate, American Board of Orofacial Pain
Clinical Professor NYU College of Dentistry
Co-Founder: AAPMD
American Dental Association
New York County Dental Society
American Academy of Orofacial Pain
American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
American Sleep Disorders Association
American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
Co-Inventor of Norad
Co-Inventor of the Airway Centric ™

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Dr. Gelb has been featured as a TMJ and Sleep Apnea / Sleep Disorders authority in The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Fox News, Fox Business News, CBS, CNN, Women’s Day, IVillage, The Globe & Mail, ABC News, and other national and international newspaper and networks.

Dr. Michael Gelb's Affiliations ...

The Gelb Center serves as a consultant to physicians, osteopaths, chiropractors, orthodontist, and dentists in alleviating TMJ, Invisalign, myofunctional therapy, braces, head and neck pain and alleviating sleep disorders. Dr. Michael Gelb is currently the Clinical Professor of NYU College of Dentistry, Division of Basic Science, Department of Oral Medicine and Pathology in New York, NY.

AAPMD Airway Health Professional Association

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM)

American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (AACP)

Latest Dr. Michael Gelb News

The NYC TMJ / Headache /Sleep Apnea specialist, Michael Gelb, DDS, MS with offices in NYC and White Plains, New York has earned the prestigious award of Top Doc New York® multiple years in a row and is a NYC top rated, best in class doctor on Vitals, HealthGrades, MakeMeHeal, Google+, RateMDs, and other doctor’s services rating websites. Dr. Gelb has been featured as a TMJ and Sleep Apnea / Sleep Disorders authority in The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Fox News, Fox Business News, CBS, CNN, Women’s Day, IVillage, The Globe & Mail, ABC News, and other national and international newspaper and networks.

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May212019

A Surprising Clue About Alzheimer’s Disease – Found in Your Mouth!

May 21, 2019

The sixth leading cause of death in the United States is Alzheimer’s disease. You likely know someone with, or have lost someone to this awful disease. As age expectancy rises, it can be a real concern whether you, or someone you love, is likely to develop Alzheimer’s.The good news is that scientists and doctors are working hard to research the cause – and find a cure. Additionally, there are a number of risk factors associated with Alzheimer’s disease which you can counteract through diet, exercise, and changes to the way you sleep.One of the risk factors may surprise you: gum disease.

May62019

Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children: The Role of an Airway Centric Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist

May 6, 2019

Sleep related breathing disorders are not exclusive to adults. Because it’s not as easily recognized in children, it is often left undiagnosed.

Apr292019

Diseases Linked to Gum Disease – Are You at Risk?

April 29, 2019

The two words you never want to hear from your dentist’s lips: Gum disease. Gum disease symptoms include: Swollen or inflamed gums Bleeding gums Sensitive teeth Wobbly teeth Bad breath At your dental appointment, you agree to brushing and flossing more thoroughly, and using the mouthwash your dentist recommends. That’s that, right? But while gum…

Mar42019

Does Your Doctor Know About These Powerful Contributors to Autoimmune Disease?

March 4, 2019

If you live with an autoimmune disease, then you know that it’s life-changing. Managing your disease can be exhausting. But what if your exhaustion wasn’t just down to the stress of dealing with autoimmunity, but down to the health of your mouth – or even the way that you sleep?

Feb62019

The Surprising – and Overlooked – Contributors to Your Child’s Autism

February 6, 2019

Every child is unique, and although you may have been stymied by western medicine before, you may be able to improve the day to day life for your autistic child. Autism doesn’t start and end in the brain, it’s a systemic disorder brought on by a wide variety of factors – some of which can be altered.

Jan232019

Hyperactive with Poor Grades? Your Child May Need Early Orthodontics

January 23, 2019

Does your child fidget and have endless energy all day, but then struggle to wake for school? Perhaps you feel they’re not hitting their developmental milestones, or achieving the grades they want? What’s going on?