FAQs about TMJ Disorder
If you or someone you love has TMJ Disorder, the only way to obtain lasting relief is to seek a diagnosis and proper treatment. TMJ Disorder will likely not get better or go away on its own. If you have been diagnosed with TMJ Disorder or think you may suffer from this condition (which can be debilitating!), get the relief you deserve. Contact Dr. Priya Mistry (The TMJ Doc) today by calling (503) 255-8293 to schedule a consultation today!
No, you do not. You can call the office and schedule an appointment without a referral.
Dr. Mistry treats TMJ/TMD with orthotics, craniofacial therapy, and frequent orthotic adjustments OR with TekScan (T Scan) and Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) IF you are a candidate.
Most people are in treatment from 7-9 months.
Dr. Mistry has found the most common cause of TMD to be an imbalanced bite. Other causes include but are not limited to sleep disordered breathing, hormones, hypermobility, direct trauma or whiplash, stress, and postural imbalances. Dr. Mistry has created a course to better understand the causes of TMJ pain and dysfunction. Her course is linked HERE.
Q: Does insurance cover the costs of TMJ/TMD treatment?
A: Every insurance plan is different in terms of what they will cover or not. Dr. Mistry has found that the vast majority of insurance plans do NOT cover TMJ treatment. TMJ issues are truly a medical issue, and it is Dr. Mistry’s opinion that medical insurance should cover it. However, we have found that neither dental nor medical insurance offer great coverage for TMJ/TMD treatment. To determine if your plan covers TMJ/TMD treatment, we advise that you contact your medical insurance plan administrator directly. Dr. Mistry’s office does supply Superbills, which allow you to try and bill your own medical insurance. Payment for your treatment is due at the time of service.
We know that trying to navigate the ever confusing health insurance system can cause enormous stress to patients. This is why Dr. Mistry cuts the middle man out and provides care direct to you. We recognize that the costs of care can be intimidating. If you are delaying treatment due to financial reasons, we encourage you to contact our office regarding options for financing your treatment. We offer flexible payment plans and financing options: We accept all major credit cards, FSA, HSA, Apple pay, cash, check and as well as CareCredit.
