Condition

TMJ Disorders

Pain and stiffness in the jaw joint and chewing muscles, sometimes with clicking or trouble opening the mouth.

Also called: tmj, tmd, jaw pain, teeth grinding, jaw clicking, temporomandibular joint disorder

Who Can Help with TMJ Disorders?

Dentists
A doctor who cares for teeth and gums, including cleanings, fillings, crowns and treatment of tooth pain.
Oral Surgeons
A surgeon who treats the mouth, jaw and face, including wisdom tooth removal, dental implants and jaw surgery.
Physical Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people recover strength, movement and function after injury, surgery or illness through exercise and hands-on care.
Acupuncturists
A licensed provider who places thin needles at points on the body to relieve pain and treat other health concerns.
Naprapaths
A licensed provider who treats muscle, joint and connective tissue pain with hands-on therapy, exercise and nutrition advice.
Prosthodontists
A dentist who restores and replaces missing or damaged teeth with crowns, bridges, dentures and implants.
ENT Doctors
A physician and surgeon who treats conditions of the ears, nose, throat, sinuses, head and neck.
Orthodontists
A dentist who straightens teeth and corrects bite problems with braces, clear aligners and retainers.
Chiropractors
A licensed provider who treats back pain, neck pain and other joint and muscle problems, mainly with spinal adjustments and hands-on care.
Osteopathic Manipulation Doctors
An osteopathic physician who uses hands-on manipulation of muscles and joints to treat pain and other musculoskeletal problems.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about tmj disorders and what is right for you.