How does a dentist or oral surgeon get treat tmj? do they get rid of the stress/anxiety causing it first? or would they treat it straightaway?

See an OFP: Orofacial Pain provides diagnosis and management of pain in the TMJ, head, face, mouth, as well as, associated headaches and neck pain. They are the experts in this field. Good luck.

Depends: Depends on symptoms, and cause of symptoms. 3 signs of TMJ dysfunction: joint noises, joint pain & limited oral opening. Self treat with soft diet, jaw exercises, massage, heat/cold, OTC pain meds. A splint or physical therapy would be next. Occasionally muscle relaxants, biofeedback. Xrays are done for diagnosis. Surgery usually reserved for serious symptoms not responsive to other treatments.