TMJ dr?

[daisycreek]

Anyone have any luck finding a local dr who can treat TMJ? I've been using a NTI appliance, but pain is getting unbearable. Or has anyone had any luck with Physical therapy for the TMJ?

 

[Happygirl]

My chiropractor has helped more than anything. No doctors in this area that I know of. A co-workers daughter had surgery for it years ago, and she was seeing a specialist in northern VA.

 

[daisycreek]

i need to find a specialist who bills with medical codes rather than dental as my dental insurance will not cover treatment. maybe a ear nose throat dr? my issue is the joint cartlidge in my jaw. I dont think any of the orthopaedic drs. @ here work with jaw joint problems..............

: ( been covering my jaw with ben gay every night just so i can sleep...

 

[Happygirl]

Yeah, most insurances don't cover dentists treating TMJ. Makes no sense to me, but that is the way it is. My jaw joint has deteriorated, and I use a mouth piece at night, and my chiropractor adjusts the joint when I have flair ups. It is amazing how much it helps, and very quickly too.

Good Luck, I hope you find someone who can help you!!

 

[dog lover]

Anyone have any luck finding a local dr who can treat TMJ? I've been using a NTI appliance, but pain is getting unbearable. Or has anyone had any luck with Physical therapy for the TMJ?

Bennett Frankel
301-934-3314
Lexington Park Office

301-855-1994
Prince Frederick Office

 

[Aerogal]

I agree- go see an ears/nose/throat dr. I went for my sinus and he did a complete exam and diagnosed TMJ. My Phy Therapist (for shoulder because I'm falling apart) does TMJ therapy. Gateau Physical Therapy is where I go (on RT 235 just south of the Toyota dealer) .

 

[daisycreek]

Thanks for the suggestions! TG it has settled down for now