TMJ conditions can be managed by a range of healthcare professionals depending on their nature and complexity. Where problems are complex, persistent or require thorough investigation, assessment by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with specific experience in TMJ and TMD disorders is indicated.
In the majority of cases, management is multidisciplinary and may involve a dentist or an occlusal specialist, an orthodontist, a physiotherapist, a neurologist, a radiologist, or a psychologist. The critical first step is always establishing an accurate diagnosis and clear clinical indication — to avoid repeated attempts and poorly targeted treatments.