Relevant Organizations
The following background information briefly describes featured organizations:
The American Society of TMJ Surgeons (ASTMJS)
The American Society of TMJ Surgeons (ASTMJS) is a non-profit organization of maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and oral surgeons dedicated to promoting education, research, and patient services pertaining to TMJ disorders. Membership in this organization is restricted to 50 qualified surgeons in the United States and the rest of the world. Members of this organization must possess significant surgical experience and an interest in performing research or clinical studies of TMJ disease or dysfunction.
The TMJ Association, Ltd. (TMJA)
The TMJ Association, Ltd. (TMJA) was founded as a non-profit organization in August 1986 by Terrie Cowley and Sandra Geilfuss, both sufferers of TMJ diseases. Their intent was to establish a support group to provide a forum for the exchange of experiences, information, understanding and emotional support for TMJ patients. The TMJA serves patients, professionals, and the general public through a variety of educational, social, and advocacy programs. Their mission is to improve the care and treatment of those affected by TMJ diseases/disorders through fostering research and education, with the ultimate aim of preventing these craniofacial problems.
