What type of specialist would I go to for my TMJ in my jaw?!
Question:
What type of specialist would I go to for my TMJ in my jaw?
Answers:
The primary diagnosis for TMJ disorders would come from your general dentist. He may refer you to different specialists for more in-depth diagnosis or treatment, including:
- Dentists who specialize in Oral Pathology -- They can diagnose some of the more difficult cases.
- Dentists who are oral surgeons -- They perform surgical procedures to treat certain forms of TMD.
- Dentists who are orthodontists -- They render treatment for TMJ problems that can be treated with non-invasive dentofacial orthopedic devices (as opposed to invasive surgery that the oral surgeon performs).
Hope this helps.