What doctor can diagnose TMJ?

Your doctor may refer you to a dentist or an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist to diagnose your condition. Your doctor may examine your jaw to see if there is swelling or tenderness if you have symptoms of a TMJ disorder.

Can TMJ cause neurological problems?

As it courses posteriorly to the condylar head of the TMJ, compression, injury or irritation of the AT nerve can lead to significant neurologic and neuro-muscular disorders, including Tourette’s syndrome,Torticolli, gait or balance disorders and Parkinson’s disease.

What kind of surgery do they do for TMJ?

There are three surgical options used to treat temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD): arthroplasty, arthroscopy and complete joint replacement. Each type of surgery is performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

What can a neurologist do for TMJ?

UT Southwestern’s neurologists, neurosurgeons, and pain management specialists also treat patients with TMJ-related facial pain. Treatment for nerve injuries may include medication and surgery.

Can TMJ affect your brain?

Cognitive Difficulties It can cause “brain fog,” a state of mental confusion and difficulty focusing. TMJ syndrome patients were found to score poorly on cognitive tests and used different regions of the brain than normal to complete tasks.

What is the best medication for TMJ?

What is the best medication for TMJ?