Dental / TMJ / Orofacial

9 EDS specialists in this category

Dental and TMJ specialists who treat EDS patients address the jaw dislocations, TMJ disorders, and orofacial pain that frequently affect people with connective tissue disorders. EDS patients often require additional local anesthetic, slower injection rates, and longer appointment scheduling due to tissue fragility and medication resistance. TMJ treatment for EDS may include custom stabilization splints, physical therapy for jaw muscles, and Botox injections for chronic jaw clenching. Dental work requires special attention to gum fragility, potential for easy bruising, and the risk of jaw subluxation during extended procedures.

Dental / TMJ / Orofacial specialists are most concentrated in Washington (2), Alaska (1), Arizona (1).

Last updated 2026-04-18

About Dental / TMJ / Orofacial for EDS Patients

Jaw problems are surprisingly common in EDS. The same loose connective tissue that affects your other joints can cause your jaw to click, lock, or dislocate. A dental or TMJ specialist who knows EDS understands that your jaw pain isn't just a dental issue — it's part of a whole-body connective tissue condition.

What to Expect

The specialist will examine your jaw movement, listen for clicking or popping, and may take imaging of your TMJ. Let them know if you've had trouble getting numb at the dentist before — many EDS patients need more anesthetic or different types. Plan for a longer appointment than usual, and don't hesitate to ask for breaks if holding your jaw open becomes uncomfortable.

Common Treatment Areas

TMJ / Orofacial (6) Hypermobility (3) Chronic Pain (3) Neurological (2)

Related Specialties

Pain Management / Physiatry (29) Physical Therapy (315) Chiropractic (60) Neurology (6)

Alaska (1)

Dental Innovations

Wasilla, AK

Taking proper care of your teeth is about more than just having a beautiful smile. Maintaining optimum oral and dental hygiene will not only...

Arizona (1)

Valley Orofacial Pain

Phoenix, AZ

Valley Orofacial Pain is a dental / tmj / orofacial provider in Phoenix, Arizona with experience treating Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome....

California (1)

Clarity Speech Therapy Inc.

Mountain View, CA

Christina is a Speech Pathologist with over 10 years of experience. Her expertise lies in assisting older children and adults with speech,...

Massachusetts (1)

Community Health Center of Franklin County

Greenfield, MA

CHCFC medical and dental services at the Greenfield office include: Administration, Medical, Dental, Pediatrics, Nutrition, Special...

Michigan (1)

Breathe Well Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, Sleep Disordered Breathing, Buteyko Breathing Method, Breathing Pattern Disorders, Function of the...

Texas (1)

Texas TMJ & Pain Management

Fort Worth, TX

As an oral and facial pain specialist at Texas TMJ & Pain Management, I help patients who suffer from chronic and debilitating conditions...

Virginia (1)

Cranifacial Pain and Dental Sleep Center of Virginia PLLC

Warrenton, VA

The Craniofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Center of VA led by Dr Bonnie G Foster, DDS,RDH, D-AADSM, D-ABC, provides advanced evidence-based...

Washington (2)

Columbia Center for Sleep Apnea and TMJ

Richland, WA

The Columbia Center for Sleep Apnea and TMJ is a specialized practice in Richland, Washington, led by Dr. Jared V. Bloxham. The practice...

Advanced TMJ Maxillofacial Pain & Sleep Center

Seattle, WA

Our practice focuses on the diagnosis and management of Acute & Chronic Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), Orofacial Pain Disorders,...