Dental / TMJ / Orofacial
32 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 2026-05-04
About Dental / TMJ / Orofacial
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.
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Alaska (1)
Arizona (4)
My Myo My Health (EAST) - Mesa
Mesa, AZ
Based in Mesa, Arizona, this massage / bodywork practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. My Myo My Health is a compassionate...
My Myo My Health
Phoenix, AZ
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, this massage / bodywork practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. My Myo My Health is a compassionate...
Valley Orofacial Pain
Phoenix, AZ
Valley Orofacial Pain is a dental / tmj / orofacial provider in Phoenix, Arizona with experience treating Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome....
Ohana Manual Therapy
Tempe, AZ
Not only do I have a passion working with Zebras, everyone in my family has EDS of varying severity. My work focuses on down-regulating the...
California (1)
Illinois (3)
Hobson Institute -- Lincoln Park
Chicago, IL
The Hobson Institute's Lincoln Park office on North Southport Avenue provides physical therapy for hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome...
Hobson Institute -- Loop
Chicago, IL
The Hobson Institute is a Chicago-based physical therapy and rehabilitation practice with particular experience in hypermobility,...
Hobson Institute -- Park Ridge
Park Ridge, IL
The Hobson Institute maintains a Park Ridge clinic at 444 North Northwest Highway for patients in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs...
Kentucky (1)
Louisiana (1)
Maryland (1)
Massachusetts (1)
Michigan (1)
Minnesota (1)
North Carolina (1)
Ohio (2)
Brighter Connections Speech and Wellness
Bexley, OH
In our Bexley office, we specialize in treating oral dysfunction and orofacial pain by combining functional treatment with massage for pain...
Ally Total Physical Therapy
Toledo, OH
In addition to traditional orthopedic care for sprains, subluxations, dislocations and pain, we offer specialty services to treat the...
Oregon (2)
New Ground Physical Therapy - Lake Oswego
Lake Oswego, OR
Based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility, chronic pain and GI issues. At New Ground Physical...
Connection Physical Therapy
Portland, OR
Dr. Rachel has been in practice as a Doctor of Physical Therapy for ten years. Her career has taken her across the country, working in many...
South Carolina (1)
Texas (2)
Mind Body Physiotherapy
Austin, TX
Mind Body Physiotherapy is a physical therapy clinic based in Austin, TX, with a strong and intentional focus on helping people who are...
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...
Utah (1)
Virginia (2)
Keith Burwell
North Chesterfield, VA
Keith Burwell in North Chesterfield, VA is a rheumatology provider specializing in care for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility...
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 (4)
New Ground Physical Therapy
Camas, WA
Based in Camas, Washington, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility, chronic pain and GI issues. At New Ground Physical...
Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy - Camas
Camas, WA
Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy in Camas is an outpatient orthopedic clinic with focus on Pelvic floor, TMD, breathing, persistent...
Structure Physical Therapy
Kirkland, WA
Based in Kirkland, Washington, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility and TMJ disorders. Structure Physical Therapy is a...
Structure Physical Therapy - Redmond
Redmond, WA
Based in Redmond, Washington, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility and TMJ disorders. Structure Physical Therapy is a...