What Makes a TMJ Expert
Seven Crucial Questions to Consider Before Choosing a TMJ Doctor
As a patient suffering from pain and desperate for a solution, it is important you know that most doctors that treat TMJ do not have the necessary advanced continuing education and up-to-date training, techniques and experience to properly diagnose and successfully treat your problem.
Ask these questions before you commit to a TMJ doctor. Your decision could be life-changing.
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What specific credentials do you have in the field of TMJ?
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How many TMJ patients do you treat on a daily and monthly basis? How many TMJ patients have you successfully treated in the course of your career?
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What is your success rate in relieving TMJ symptoms?
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What type of modern equipment do you use to diagnose and treat TMJ? For example, TENS, electromyography, CT scans, jaw tracking
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What percentage of your practice is dedicated to treating TMJ patients?
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How many hours of continuing education do you have every year in the field of TMJ?
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Is your treatment protocol a night guard?