About Us
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Our Mission
At TMJ Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas, we’re dedicated to transforming lives through innovative solutions.
Our passionate team combines research-based expertise with creative thinking to provide real relief for TMJ-TMD, headache pain, and sleep issues.
Meet Dr. McLaren
DDS, DABCP, DABDSM
I begin every day with at least these two goals: make a positive difference in someone’s life and learn something new.
Chronic pain and sleep issues, though challenging, can spark life-changing improvements. Human adaptability, while impressive, can bring negative consequences. Listening to patients offers insights into how conditions affect their lives.
I’ve found a profession that aligns with my passions, talents, and empathetic nature. Our patient-focused office aims to provide hope, education, and a path to wellness, going beyond diagnosis and treatment to enhance overall health.
Education And Continuing Education
Dr. McLaren is an Emporia State University graduate who went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Oklahoma University College of Dentistry in 2015. He joined TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas in an associate position in 2018 and has been the owner since the beginning of 2022. His commitment to sustaining the excellent patient care standards established by Dr. Baba shows in the hundreds of hours of continuing education acquired in his time here. Upon arrival, Dr. Baba challenged Dr. McLaren to not only be a great student, but to transition from pupil to teacher as his skill and knowledge grew. Dr. McLaren has largely accomplished this, bringing a number of new and exciting treatment techniques and technologies to the practice in recent years. Diplomate status with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine was earned by Dr. McLaren in 2020 and with the American Board of Craniofacial Pain in 2023.
Diplomate
- American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
- American Board of Craniofacial Pain
Member
- American Association of Dental Sleep Medicine
- International Association for Orthodontics
"It has been eye-opening to realize, through multiple conversations with doctors from across the country and even around the globe, that Dr. Baba has built a world-class clinic here in the middle of Kansas. I feel a very strong respect for what has been done here at TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas, and an even stronger responsibility to continue to be at the forefront of patient care. I am passionate about maintaining a growth mindset that will allow us the best opportunity to provide great outcomes for our patients. I am no longer at the beginning of this journey, but I am still as excited as ever about where it may lead."
Meet Dr. Joseph Baba
DDS, DABCP, DABCDSM, FAACP
Working with people from all walks of life has helped me appreciate the basic human characteristics common to us all.
Discovering your true calling makes work feel like a passion. My profession aligns perfectly with my skills and empathy.
Our patient-centered office offers hope, education, and a path to health. We dive into all factors influencing craniofacial pain, benefiting overall health.
Seeing individuals overcome pain fuels my purpose. Learning their health history is vital for addressing craniofacial pain.
Relieving head and jaw pain is deeply satisfying. Witnessing patients regain their lives is truly remarkable.
Education And Continuing Education
Dr. Baba obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry in 1982. Over the next four decades, he has completed thousands of hours of continuing education. Since the beginning of his career, Dr. Baba has had special interest in both craniofacial pain and facial growth and development, eventually limiting his practice to treating related conditions, including TMJ disorder, sleep apnea, and orthodontics. He has had extensive training with many of the best clinicians and researchers in these fields. All of his training and experience gives him a broad understanding and unique perspective that has allowed him to be a long-term benefit to our community and region.
In 2007, Dr. Baba completed the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain residency program and received Fellowship status. He also completed the residency of the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Research Program. In 2014, he was awarded Diplomate status with the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine and in 2015, he achieved Diplomate status with the American Board of Craniofacial Pain.
Diplomate
- American Board of Craniofacial Pain
- American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine
Fellow
- American Academy Of Craniofacial Pain
"When introduced to Dr. McLaren, I wasn’t looking for a business partner. Before long it was apparent that I had met him for just that reason. In the few years we have worked together I have come to appreciate what a quick mind he has, absorbing from everyone around him and then applying his new knowledge in ways that clearly make it his own.
Ever on the lookout for new research, he has brought major new techniques to our practice that will keep the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre on the cutting edge for years to come. I am certain he will never stop looking for better ways to treat our patients.
Even more importantly, Dr. McLaren genuinely cares for his patients. He wants to understand them and their conditions and help them live happier lives. There is nothing more essential in a good doctor than that.”
Meet Our Team
Behind every success story is a dedicated team. Meet our experienced professionals, each committed to your well-being.
From our skilled practitioners to our caring support staff, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Carolyn
Certified TMJ Clinical Assistant
I am glad to help my patients understand their dysfunction and get them out of pain so they can return to a happier and healthier life. Seeing a person transform from always being in pain to living pain-free is so rewarding – for the patient and for our team! I educate and care for patients that have craniofacial pain and sleep breathing disorders. My goal is to improve each person’s quality of life and see them smiling.
Robyn
Certified TMJ Clinical Assistant
I love watching our clients change as they begin to take charge of their health. It’s rewarding to get to know clients so well that they become part of our office family, and help them move out of pain. My job involves helping clients achieve the highest level of health. It might be educating them or helping them find the right exercises or nutritional supplement. I also connect patients to other professionals who can help them feel better.
Tida
Office Administrator
I love meeting and building relationships while helping others. I educate patients about their health and encourage them to make positive changes in their lifestyles. Each day I look forward to meeting new patients and getting them feeling better. No two patients are the same so I am constantly learning new things.
Layne
Clinical Assistant
As a front office team member, I am often one of the first people our patients speak with in our office. The most rewarding part of my job is seeing the transformation that happens from the first time they call our office to the moment that they feel relief from their symptoms. I love knowing that the work we do truly makes an impact on people’s lives.
Innovative Technologies
We utilize our talents and research-based knowledge to provide you with solutions to your TMD and sleep problems.
Our experienced professionals are passionate about your health. We provide specialized care for TMJ issues, sleep issues and sleep-related breathing disorders, helping you achieve restful nights and rejuvenating mornings.
It's not just about theory. It's about results.
Ready to embark on a path toward improved well-being? Call us at (316) 263-2444 to schedule a consultation. After hours? Use the button to message us, and we’ll be in touch soon!
