Is it okay to not go to the dentist?because i think i have tmj,but i already take ibuprofen for muscle pain. thanks

TMJ disorder: Temporo-mandibular disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. Common symptoms of TMJ disorders are: pain, limited jaw opening, clicking, popping noises, etc. Proper diagnosis is the key to the successful treatment. See an orofacial pain practitioner for a consultation and management.

It is not OK: Ibuprofen will not cure Joint Dysfunction, only block the signal that your body is sending to your brain telling you that something's wrong. See your Dentist to have the cause of your Dysfunction diagnosed, then fix the cause.

Depends: Depends on how bad the problem is. If your symptoms are completely relieved by the ibuprofen, perhaps. You may want to get expert advice by a TMJ specialist. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.