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.
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 40 doctors who treat temporomandibular disorder
Specialties that treat temporomandibular disorder
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in temporomandibular disorder
Dr. José Luis Razo Aguirre
Dr. Hugo Castellanos
Dr. Hector Manuel Garcia Alatorre
Dr. Etsson Jessel García Hernández
Dr. Miguel Herrera
Dra. Maria del Pilar Rodriguez Velasquez
Dr. Carlos Trinidad Combaluzier
Dr. Rafael Ruiz Rodriguez
Dr. Salvador Reyes Fernandez
Dr. Miguel Alejandro Pompa Villasenor
Dra. Magdalena García González
Dra. Teresa Zárate Vera
Dra. Ma Teresa Rousselon Iriarte
Dra. Shadia Dueñas Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Gallegos Morales
Dr. Victor Andres Martinez Cano
Dr. Jaime Enrique Rosas Sierra
Dr. Sergio Godínez Antillón
Dr. Jose Julian Sacre Diaz Ordaz
Dra. Laura Rivera Mejia
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 is usually treated by specialists in maxillofacial surgeon, orthodontist, dentist, dentist.