“Does an oral surgeon treat TMJ?”
I am a 29 year old male. I have TMJ and want to treat it. Does an oral surgeon treat TMJ?
11 Answers
Yes, but consult Functional Medicine first. If obese or overweight consult Obesity Medicine.
Some do not all
Yes, most definitely.
TMJ is actually that joint. TMD is the disorder. It depends on the issue. An oral surgeon does surgery. Most patients don’t need surgery but a proper diagnosis of the issue. The oral surgeon is only needed if surgery is necessary.
Any dentist who wants to treat patients suffering from TMJ issues, may do so.
Only a few oral surgeons do TMJ surgeries. The standard of care is to provide conservative treatment prior to even considering TMJ surgery. Surgery should be a last resort. Visit The American Academy of Craniofacial Pain.
Yes, treating TMJ is one of the specialties of an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon.
Yes. Oral surgeons do both medical and surgical management of TMJ.
Oral Surgeons don’t treat TMJ. Your Dentist usually treats TMJ symptoms and helps you manage the condition over the long term. If more challenging, then TMJ specialists are available.
An oral surgeon can treat TMJ.There are dentists who can treat TMJ. You want to find a dentist who will treat you conservatively. How do you know you have TMJ? Today every one is under a tremendous amount of stress. Many people express this stress by clenching their teeth. While you are seeking treatment, there are some things you can do to help yourself. Do not open your mouth too wide. Do not eat hoagies, large sandwiches or chew on ice, hard candies. You can cut your sandwiches into thinner slices. When you yawn, place your two fists under your chin. This will prevent you from opening your mouth too wide. You can place warm moist wash cloths on one or both sides of your face. These are a few things that you can do to help yourself.
Some do, but not all. You should look up board certified oral/maxillofacial surgeons in your area and call them to inquire. Beware of so called "TMJ Specialists", as there is actually no such recognized specialty by the ADA and a lot of them don't practice with the best of intentions.
