Dawson Academy

• June 6, 2019

  does tmj mean surgery?

  I’m 27 years old and have been dealing with a significant amount of jaw pain. I did some research online and it sounds like I may have TMJ. Everything I read says the treatments for this are jaw reconstruction or having all your teeth re-made. That sounds terrifying to me. In fact, I’m a little…

• February 15, 2017

  I've Seen a Specialist; Why Do I Still Have TMJ Pain?

  I have been a TMJ sufferer for years. I was first diagnosed with TMD by my general dentist during a routine exam. At the time I had jaw pain, limited range of motion, headaches, and popping. He sent me to a specialist who made me a night guard. He told me it should alleviate my…

• December 1, 2016

  Why Is My Dentist Sending Me Somewhere Else for My TMJ?

  My dentist thinks I have TMJ, but he wants to send me somewhere else for treatment.  I thought all dentists treated TMJ. Michelle – Ohio Michelle, While all dentists can treat TMJ, some have more training in treating TMJ than others. It sounds like your dentist feels like you would get better care with another…