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Insight - an Oral Surgery Blog

 

 

What Business Are We Really In?

A reflection on why real progress in medicine comes from questioning the status quo, refining the patient experience, and remembering that surgery is the tool, not the purpose.

 

 

Why Public Teaching Is One of the Best Forms of Accountability

One of the most powerful ways to grow is to publicly commit to a standard and then live up to it.

 

 

The Biggest Lie You’ve Been Told About TMJ and Jaw Surgery

A reflection on why surgery is not the first resort, the last resort, or a failure of conservative care, but a decision that should be guided by diagnosis, judgment, and honest tradeoffs.

 

 

ALF Appliance TMJ Evidence: What the Evidence Actually Says

Considering an ALF (Advanced Lightwire Functional) or full-time Gelb appliance for TMJ pain in DC, Maryland, or Virginia? Here's what peer-reviewed research says — and what to ask any provider first.

 

 

TMJ vs. TMD + Every Evidence-Based Treatment Explained

What's the difference between TMJ and TMD? A specialist’s guide to every evidence-based TMD treatment — from nightguards and physical therapy to arthroscopy and total joint replacement. Serving DC, Maryland, Virginia, and patients nationwide.

 

 

How Do You Know If You Have TMJ? Signs & Symptoms Explained

Locked jaw, painful clicking, or a bite that suddenly feels off? Here's how to tell whether it's your TMJ, your muscles, or your bite — and when to see a specialist in the DC, Maryland & Virginia area.

 

 

 

 

Dr. Hakim is an educator and leader in the field of TMJ and reconstructive jaw surgery. In addition to his surgical acumen, Dr. Hakim is conscientious and easy to talk to. I give Dr. Hakim my highest recommendation and would choose his practice first for my family.

 

- Jason D., Google

I know Dr Hakim to be a honest, personable and highly skilled surgeon. He possesses a rare combination of compassion for patients as well as the expertise and experience to treat disorders of the mouth, jaws and TMJ. Highly recommended!

 

- Omar K., Google

Dr. Hakim is not only highly skilled in diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders, but he also has an extraordinary ability to connect with his patients on a personal level. His ability to communicate complex information in an understandable way was incredibly reassuring. Thank you (Simona B. in Italy)

 

- Simona B., Google

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call/text 703-504-2141     fax: 703-504-2142

 

2501 N Glebe Road, Suite 203     Arlington, Virginia 22207  USA

 

team@MyJawSurgery.com

 

 

Serving the DMV and Beyond

Our Arlington office serves patients from Arlington, McLean, Falls Church, Alexandria, Vienna, Tysons, Great Falls, and Northwest DC for oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, dental extractions, dental implants, and IV sedation. We also welcome patients from Bethesda, Rockville, Potomac, Chevy Chase, Fairfax, Ashburn, Reston, Washington DC, and throughout the DMV for advanced TMJ and jaw surgery.

 

 

Logo for The International Center for TMJ & Jaw Surgery - Dr. Moe Hakim

call/text 703-504-2141

 

fax: 703-504-2142

 

2501 N Glebe Road, Suite 203     Arlington, Virginia 22207  USA

 

team@MyJawSurgery.com

 

 

Serving the DMV and Beyond

Our Arlington office serves patients from Arlington, McLean, Falls Church, Alexandria, Vienna, Tysons, Great Falls, and Northwest DC for oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, dental extractions, dental implants, and IV sedation. We also welcome patients from Bethesda, Rockville, Potomac, Chevy Chase, Fairfax, Ashburn, Reston, Washington DC, and throughout the DMV for advanced TMJ and jaw surgery.