Temporomandibular Disorder
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When discomfort appears on opening the mouth, chewing, or a clicking in the jaw joint, it could be a TMD. This term, from the English temporomandibular disorder, groups the disorders of the temporomandibular joint and the muscles that move the jaw.
Common symptoms: pain or stiffness in the jaw, noises when opening or closing the mouth, difficulty chewing and, at times, headache or earache.
Associated factors: muscle tension, clenching the teeth, or bite alterations can contribute.
Who treats it? The dentist, the orthodontist, or the maxillofacial surgeon can evaluate the TMD. If jaw discomfort persists, a professional checkup will help you clarify its origin.
Data on 359 doctors who treat temporomandibular disorder
Which specialist treats temporomandibular disorder?
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) affects the joint connecting the jaw to the skull, causing pain when chewing or speaking. A dentist, a maxillofacial surgeon, and an orthodontist are the specialists who can evaluate and treat this condition. If you have jaw pain or clicking, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in temporomandibular disorder
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Blanca Margarita Lora Aguilar
Dr. Olivia Raquel Hernandez Morales
Dr. Jair González Robles
Dr. Monserrat Molina Brindis
Dr. Jocelyn Fernández Bahena
Dr. Yadira Tumalan Villarruel
Dr. Osvaldo Vivia Morales
Dr. Rodrigo Alejandro Jimenez Rojano
Dr. Cinthya Cubos
Dr. Gabriela Ivonne Navarrete Ibáñez
Dr. Edna Ibarra Roca
Dr. Jesús Israel López Casas
Dr. Nancy Muñoz Rojas
Dr. Elizabeth Balderas Téllez
Frequently asked questions
What is temporomandibular disorder?
When discomfort appears on opening the mouth, chewing, or a clicking in the jaw joint, it could be a TMD. This term, from the English temporomandibular disorder, groups the disorders of the temporomandibular joint and the muscles that move the jaw.
Which doctor treats temporomandibular disorder?
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) affects the joint connecting the jaw to the skull, causing pain when chewing or speaking. A dentist, a maxillofacial surgeon, and an orthodontist are the specialists who can evaluate and treat this condition. If you have jaw pain or clicking, see one of these specialists.