Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Improve NHS diagnosis, treatment, and awareness of TMJ (jaw joint) disorders.
Closed
513 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the Government to improve TMJ care by creating a verified specialist directory, funding NHS education and early imaging, supporting tailored treatment planning, and backing a UK TMJ charity to provide information, advocacy, and raise public awareness.
TMJ disorder is an umbrella term covering a range of jaw conditions, yet patients are often told they have “TMJ disorder” without scans, specific diagnosis, or tailored treatment. Imaging is delayed, and many non specialist maxillofacial consultants lack knowledge, leaving patients in years of pain, without precise diagnosis, and recieving ineffective care. Urgent Government action is needed to set standards and improve outcomes.
Timeline
| 9 Dec 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 9 Jun 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
513
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
9 Dec 2025
Closed
9 Jun 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 4 Aug 2026.