Nathan J. Pettit DMD, MSD

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Dr. Pettit discovered his passion for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders during his Prosthodontic specialty training at the Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center in Houston. While there, he completed his certification in 2014 and simultaneously earned his Masters of Science in Dentistry at the UT - Health Science Center in Houston. Shortly after, He began working at MedCenter TMJ over 10 years ago alongside Dr. Ronald Auvenshine DDS, PhD, a giant in the field of temporomandibular disorders. Since then, Dr. Pettit has graduated from the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain Mini-Residency program and has completed over 800 hours of continuing education in the field of orofacial pain. With his education, he is double Board Certified in the American Board of Orofacial Pain and the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Dr. Pettit lectures locally and nationally on orofacial pain topics and is committed to a life-time pursuit of knowledge and excellence in treating and managing craniomandibular disorders and temporomandibular dysfunction. Click to read more about Dr. Pettit.

Nathan J. Pettit DMD, MSD

Dr. Pettit discovered his passion for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders during his Prosthodontic specialty training at the Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center in Houston. While there, he completed his certification in 2014 and simultaneously earned his Masters of Science in Dentistry at the UT - Health Science Center in Houston. Shortly after, He began working at MedCenter TMJ over 10 years ago alongside Dr. Ronald Auvenshine DDS, PhD, a giant in the field of temporomandibular disorders. Since then, Dr. Pettit has graduated from the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain Mini-Residency program and has completed over 800 hours of continuing education in the field of orofacial pain. With his education, he is double Board Certified in the American Board of Orofacial Pain and the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Dr. Pettit lectures locally and nationally on orofacial pain topics and is committed to a life-time pursuit of knowledge and excellence in treating and managing craniomandibular disorders and temporomandibular dysfunction. Click to read more about Dr. Pettit.

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ABP

Diplomate

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UT-H

Masters of Dentistry

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ABOP

Diplomate

10

Years

ABP

Diplomate

UT-H

Masters of Dentistry

ABOP

Diplomate

Our Practice

Board Certified Specialist

We firmly believe that a doctor who focuses and treats exclusively TMD and orofacial pain is the best option for someone suffering with these symptoms. This multifaceted condition is widespread, related to many aspects of health, and often requires customized treatment. Click here to find out more.

A Spa-like Experience

We have dedicated our entire office to providing the best experience possible for those enduring symptoms of facial pain or TMJ disorders. We do everything we can to help ease your nerves and make your time with us peaceful and relaxing.

The Latest Technology

At MedCenter TMJ, we strive to use the best diagnostic tools available. We have invested in the I-Cat x-ray machine, the K-7 jaw tracking unit and Tekscan. These are invaluable in giving us all the information needed to provide you with a personalized and effective treatment plan. To read more about these and our treatment technologies, see here.

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