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What type of doctor should i see for tmj? should i go to my general doctor or to a dentist?
9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Head and neck: surgeon or oral surgeon would be your best bet.
Answered 2/18/2015
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Neither: A general doc will know nothing about TMJ. Your dentist will know a bit more. Have your dentist or dental society refer you to a TMJ expert.
Answered 5/4/2020
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OFP specialist: The Orofacial Pain specialists provide diagnosis and management of pain in the head, face and temporomandibular joints (TMJ). They have trained 2-3 additional years after completing dental school in this field.
Answered 6/30/2015
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