Most cases of Temporo-Mandibular Disorder can be treated without surgery. Each case and patient is different but over 95% of patients we see are treated in office without any surgical intervention. In the few cases that are surgical, many do not need it to resolve their pain. In cases were surgery is indicated, it is usually a cosmetic rather than pain-related solution and it’s ultimately the patient’s choice whether to follow through with surgery or not. If you are a patient where surgery would be an option, Dr. Bis will discuss that with you at the consultation prior to any treatment so that you can make decisions and ask any questions regarding your particular situation. In general, however, even if surgery is indicated, you will have the opportunity to learn about solutions that do not include surgery in the final outcome.

FAQs

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DO I NEED SURGERY?

By tmj|2022-11-29T10:30:05+00:00November 29th, 2022|

Most cases of Temporo-Mandibular Disorder can be treated without surgery. Each case and patient is different [...]

WHY DIDN’T MY LAST DENTIST KNOW HOW TO TREAT TMD?

By tmj|2022-11-29T10:27:38+00:00November 29th, 2022|

I have been practicing dentistry for many years so I have seen many Temporo-Mandibular Disorder (TMD) [...]

WILL MY INSURANCE COVER TMD TREATMENT?

By tmj|2022-11-29T10:26:45+00:00November 29th, 2022|

Generally, Insurance Companies do not cover treatment related to TMD. Please note that our office will [...]

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

By tmj|2022-11-29T10:25:36+00:00November 29th, 2022|

Fees can vary greatly in TMD cases. Fees are commensurate based on time involved, effort, complexity, [...]

HOW FAST CAN I EXPECT IMPROVEMENT?

By tmj|2022-11-29T10:23:31+00:00November 29th, 2022|

There are many factors that must be considered when TMJ/TMD and facial pain patients wonder when [...]

Oakville Dentist, Dr. Agatha Bis, DDS received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of Western Ontario in 1996. With over 25 years of clinical experience and thousands of hours in post-graduate training, her unique focus and expertise in treating TMD and restorative dentistry, along with digital technology has led to helping numerous patients resolve chronic and debilitating dental challenges.

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