In this episode, Jaz dives into the complexities of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) management with Dr. Suzie Bergman, a US-based dentist and TMD sufferer. They discuss why treatments for TMD vary so much and examine the current state of evidence-based approaches.

https://youtu.be/r3QpkMYeTWk Watch PDP212 on YoutubeDr. Bergman shares her personal journey, highlighting conservative treatments, the role of occlusal appliances, and the power of multidisciplinary care. But just when you think you’ve got it all figured out—Dr. Bergman reveals a game-changing insight that could completely shift your approach to TMD management. Ready to find out what it is?

Highlights of this episode:

• 02:40 Protrusive Dental Pearl
• 04:32 Meet Dr. Susie Bergman: A Personal Journey with TMD
• 7:27 The Wild West of TMD Treatments
• 10:32 Challenges in TMD Research and Treatment
• 13:34 Suzie’s TMD Journey: From Trauma to Advocacy
• 21:42 Evidence-based Therapies and Occlusal Appliances
• 27:11 Orthodontics and TMD: A Complex Relationship
• 33:40 The Role of Occlusal Appliances
• 35:05 Debating Disc Displacement
• 39:17 Comprehensive TMD Diagnosis
• 44:09 Orthopedic Stability in Dentistry
• 51:04 Splints and TMD
• 53:52 Managing Bruxism Effectively
• 58:16 Suzie’s TMD Course and Final Thoughts

Listen to Dr. Suzie Bergman’s “Why is healthcare disjointed?” | TEDxStrathcona Women

Check out Dr. Suzie’s Course “21st Century TMD Protocols”

Looking for an Online course to allow General Dentists to treat 80% of TMD cases and 100% of Bruxists? Check out SplintCourse Online by Jaz Gulati 

This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes B and C.

AGD Subject code: 200 Orofacial Pain (Diagnosis and treatment)

Dentists will be able to: 

1. Recognize the multifaceted nature of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and the various factors influencing treatment variability.

2. Evaluate current evidence-based treatments for TMD and their effectiveness, including conservative methods and occlusal appliances.

3. Discuss the importance of a collaborative approach in TMD management, integrating different specialties for optimal patient outcomes.

If you loved this episode, be sure to check out Deep in to TMD – An Orthopaedic Perspective – PDP172