Proper diagnosis is essential in all phases of health care, and dentistry certainly is no exception. Without a proper diagnosis, effective treatment may never be rendered and the patient's suffering and costs will continue to escalate. Dentists who treat patients who have temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and orofacial pain also must strive to stay abreast of the latest treatment options. This article summarizes the current recommended treatment options for TMDs. Because it would be virtually impossible to cover every type of treatment available, only standard recognized types of treatment will be presented.

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