The story of our practice — and the people behind it.
We believe symptoms are rarely the whole story. Headaches, jaw pain, poor sleep, and worn teeth are often the body compensating for compression somewhere in the head and neck.
Our approach — the Head & Neck Decompression Method™ — begins by understanding those compensations before recommending treatment, so care can be individualized, conservative, and clear.
Diplomate, American Board of Oral Medicine
Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Dr. Dina Hammouda is a board-certified Oral Medicine specialist with advanced training from the University of Washington, where she earned her Master's degree and completed specialty training in Oral Medicine.
Her practice is dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex disorders of the mouth, jaw, face, and head and neck. She has a special interest in chronic headaches, TMJ disorders, facial pain, sleep-related breathing disorders, and oral diseases.
Rather than focusing solely on symptom management, Dr. Hammouda is known for identifying the functional relationships between the jaw, airway, muscles, posture, and surrounding structures. Her clinical philosophy led to the development of the Head & Neck Decompression Method™ — a patient-centered approach designed to understand the body's compensations before recommending treatment.
She combines evidence-based Oral Medicine with principles of functional assessment, manual medicine, jaw orthopedics, and airway evaluation to provide individualized care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Dr. Hammouda believes every patient deserves more than a diagnosis — they deserve an explanation, a clear understanding of why their symptoms exist, and a treatment plan designed around their individual story.
My perspective was shaped not only by years of advanced training, but also by my own experience as a patient.
While seven months pregnant with my first child, I was involved in a car accident and suffered bilateral fractures in my spine. The fractures healed, but my pain did not — and that experience taught me that healing on an image does not always mean the body has returned to normal function.
The body continues to adapt, compensate, and protect itself long after an injury has healed.
Led by Dr. Dina Hammouda, our team brings together clinical expertise and compassionate, patient-centered care.
Visionary Officer / Clinical Operation Advisor
Pedro is an orthodontic technician and smile-design expert with 15+ years of experience in clinical systems and digital innovation. As Visionary Officer and Clinical Advisor, he helps practices improve clear-aligner workflows, efficiency, and technology integration, while also contributing to the development of new orthodontic products.
Patient Coordinator & Insurance Specialist
A dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in patient coordination, medical administration, and insurance management. Known for a compassionate approach and exceptional organizational skills, she thrives in fast-paced clinical environments where patient care and operational excellence go hand in hand — supporting providers, streamlining operations, and creating a welcoming experience for every patient.
Our office in San Carlos was designed to feel calm and unhurried. From your first visit, our goal is simple: to listen to your story, examine carefully, and explain what we find in clear language — using modern imaging and diagnostic tools when appropriate.
What patients can expect:
1785 San Carlos Ave, Unit 4, San Carlos, CA 94070
Monday–Wednesday · 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
(650) 369-9227