Doctor in Illinois? - TMJ Disorder -TemporoMandibular Joint Message Board

SueSt · 05-20-2003, 10:04 PM

Does anyone have a recommendation on a good TMJ specialist in Illinois? Thanks.
SueSt

cathyk · 05-21-2003, 06:11 AM

SueSt - A good place to start would be to locate the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain website and go to the referral area. There are a number of docs listed - however - scroll down each of their descriptions as it indicates what percentage of their practice is working with TMJ patients. The ones with a very high (90-100%) percentage of TMJ patients are, in my opinion, the ones to contact as they have the most experience. What part of Illinois are you in? I may be able to help you more.

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legsarebad · 05-24-2003, 01:19 PM

In what part of the state do you live?

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SueSt · 05-24-2003, 08:42 PM

Hi. I will try the Craniofacial Pain web site, thanks, Cathy.

I am downstate and could easily travel to Chicago or St. Louis.

SueSt

cathyk · 05-25-2003, 08:43 AM

Hi SueSt- If you want I will ask the guy I see if he knows a good one downstate or in the Missouri area. He's part of the cranial organization and knows some great docs - I see him later this week.

I would suggest going to the guy I go as he's the best in my opinion, but he's probably a few hours from you - but closer than if you had to go to Chicago. It would be great to find you someone who is good, and close, so you don't have to travel when you get adjustments if you take the splint route.

cathyk