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A member asked:
If jaw is sore do you go to the dentist or orthodonist?
17 doctors weighed in across 6 answers
Dentist: Go to the dentist and he/she will refer you to the appropriate specialist if needed.
Answered 6/2/2015
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It depends: If you are in orthodontic treatment and had recent changes in your appliances, I'd start there. If it is random dental pain and you aren't in orthodontic treatment, then go to a dentist for starters and they may refer you on if necessary to any of several dental specialties.
Answered 5/5/2015
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See a dentist first: Some conditions like sore jaw may require further assessment; tests and your dentist may schedule a follow-up appointment or refer you to a specialist (e.g orthodontist) to determine a diagnosis. See your dentist first for evaluation.
Answered 5/6/2015
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See dentist first: Theyy can refer you to a specialist if needed.
Answered 5/14/2015
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See dentist: Are you undergoing orthodontic treatment? If your jaw is sore and you are not under the treatment of an orthodontist, check with your dentist first.
Answered 5/22/2015
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Dentist: If dentist determines that you have a malocclusion(bad bite), he/she should then refer you to an Orthodontist for evaluation.
Answered 6/26/2019
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