Oklahoma City TMJ Specialist

Note: TMJ is not a recognized specialty of the American Dental Association. Therefore, no dentist can accurately claim to be a "TMJ specialist." However, treatment of TMJ is very complex and patients should seek out someone with specific experience and qualifications in this area.

Oklahoma City dentist Michael Forth has been studying and treating temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction for years. He has trained with the prestigious L.D. Pankey Institute, where his studies focused on complex whole-mouth reconstructions, and he makes it a priority to stay on top of the latest studies and new treatments.

For many patients, simple medications or the use of orthotics (bite splints) for a specific period of time are all that is needed to achieve relief. More advanced cases may require intensive options such as bite adjustments, equilibrations, or surgery.

There is no one distinct cause of TMJ disorder; a number of different problems can result in inflammation of the joint. Dr. Forth is careful to diagnose the root causes of each individual case and design a tailored treatment plan.

Learn more by visiting our main page for TMJ treatment.

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