Who Is Your TMJ Specialist?

It is beneficial to see a TMJ dentist if you have TMJ dysfunction. Although many dentists now offer TMJ therapy, a TMJ expert is better equipped to handle the complexity of this painful condition. We explain what a TMJ expert is and how they can help you get relief from chronic pain in the sections below.

What to Look for in a TMJ Specialist

Unfortunately, the American Dental Association does not recognize TMJ diseases as a recognized specialty. As a result, any dentist can claim to be a TMJ specialist. Many dentists who specialize in TMJ treatment only have one option: nighttime splints to prevent teeth grinding. While these splints may be useful for some people, TMJ pain can be caused by a variety of factors, and these splints only address one of them. It's simple to see why so many individuals seek comfort from one dentist to the next only to be disappointed.

So, how can you know if the dentist you're going to is a legitimate TMJ specialist? You'll have to look at their qualifications. On their website, a TMJ condition expert will reveal their expertise, education, and accolades. Move on to another dentist if you don't see anything on a dentist's website that explains their qualifications for treating TMJ condition.

What TMJ Surgeons Do

You'll benefit from a more holistic approach to TMJ disease when you consult a TMJ specialist like Dr. Coats. Given how temporomandibular joint dysfunction affects symptoms throughout the body, this makes reasonable.

The first step is to figure out what's causing your TMJ problems. Were you hurt in any way? Do you suffer from bruxism? Is arthritis causing the degeneration of the joints? We can only address your pain if we can figure out what's causing it. The goal of treatment is to relieve your acute discomfort so you may live more easily while also treating the underlying cause of your TMJ condition.

TMJ dentists also do something else that you won't find anyplace else: they understand. We're here to assist you if you've gone from one doctor to the next trying to find a solution for your pain, if you've been unheard, if you've wanted to give up. We know you can live a pain-free life and reclaim your identity.

Dr. Dempsey, a TMJ specialist in OKC, can help you.

We can help if you suspect you have TMJ condition or if you've been diagnosed with TMJ disorder and haven't been able to locate an effective treatment option. To book a consultation at Dempsey Dental, call today.

**Disclaimer: The information on this page is not intended to be a doctor's advice, nor does it create any form of patient-doctor relationship.