If you suspect that the pain in your jaw is the result of a TMJ disorder, you may be wondering what sort of doctor you should turn to in order to address the issue. Your dentist may not be the first option to come to mind; after all, they normally work with the teeth and gums. But the fact of the matter is that when it comes to TMJ-related pain, dentists are often uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat the problem.
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