Do I Need an MRI for TMJ Pain? MRI vs CBCT vs X-Ray
Most people with TMJ pain do not automatically need an MRI. Diagnosis usually starts with the symptom history and a clinical examination. MRI is most useful when a clinician needs to assess the TMJ disc, joint fluid or other soft tissues. CBCT is better for bone, while a panoramic X-ray is a limited 2-D overview. […]









