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At the moment my jaw is at the clicking sound stage where the slipped disc can still pop in and out. who to see to treat tmj?
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Start with dentist: I would start with your dentist. If he or she is not comfortable treating tmd, he or she can refer you to someone who is capable and knowledgable.
Answered 3/25/2015
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Great question!: A dentist versed in occlusion or bite issues is best. Check credentials! how long in practice? Success rate ( speak to other patients). Is his/hers training a weekend course suggesting a dabbling approach or has the dentist spent considerable time in learning how to treat the TMJ patient? My training background involves 100's of hours which most of us consider to be the bench-mark. Good luck.
Answered 3/25/2015
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TMJ specialist: Start with a dentist and then see if he/she will need to refer you to a tmj/tmd specialist or possibly another professional.
Answered 3/25/2015
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TMJ specialist: 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.
Answered 3/25/2015
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