Dr. Coats and her staff are absolutely amazing! From my very first inquiry to the consultation, everything was smooth, professional, and welcoming.
I’ve been experiencing pain related to TMJ for over 10 years, so I was really hopeful when I reached out to Dr. Coats’ office. Her front office staff responded very quickly, got me scheduled, and gave me a detailed overview of what to expect during my appointment.
During my first appointment, we took multiple pictures, scans, and X-rays, and Dr. Coats took the time to thoroughly explain what she saw and what could potentially be contributing to my pain. She also presented me with multiple treatment options, which I really appreciated. I never felt pressured into choosing one particular solution. Instead, it was about what I felt comfortable with and what would work best for me.
The entire staff is also wonderful! They are upbeat, welcoming, and genuinely make you feel comfortable. They even had me laughing, which says a lot because, let’s be honest, the dentist isn’t always the place people look forward to going!
I would highly recommend Dr. Coats and her staff to anyone looking for compassionate, thorough, and personalized care! ❤️
SM
Sarah Marshall
Sep 4, 2026
I’ve been going to TMJ Plus and seeing Dr. Coats for the last 3 and a half years. I showed up after having a “TMJ flare-up” (that’s what I had been writing it off as and then ignoring it) for about 2 weeks, that included extreme pain, my jaw being in a locked position, my face and jaw being hot to the touch, migraines, and ear aches. When I called to set up my first appointment, I just thought that they would say what my dentist had, which was “just stop clenching” and this is something I would just have to live with. But, when I went, yes it was a long appointment, but they did so many scans and pictures and were extremely thorough and I started to feel like they actually cared about my pain and about getting to the bottom of my issue.
Fast forward a little, and I found out that I had many issues going on that wouldn’t be fixed by “just not clenching” that were backed up by the scans, tests, and pictures they had taken at the first appointment. It was going to be a multiple year-long journey and yes, expensive, but in the state that I was in, I needed to go on this journey, with the help of TMJ Plus, for my overall wellbeing.
Throughout my journey, I got orthotics, a lip tie release, braces, a tongue tie release, and my deviated septum fixed (not done at TMJ plus but was referred to a great surgeon). I met so many nice providers that were there for me every step of the way. My therapy included osteopathic medicine (Dr. Barker is amazing, so helpful, and taught me many things), myofunctional therapy (in preparation for the tongue release and after the release. Also wonderful people.), and seeing the dental hygienist who was so sweet and made me feel comfortable.
I just finished this journey and looking back, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The amount of pain I was in was unimaginable and not sustainable. Honestly, my pain was no where near that level after the first step of orthotics, which was great and surprising, but each step we did in my plan, the better I felt. My body had also been so tense with my lip and tongue tie that once they were released, the relief I felt was something I’ve never felt before. My face, neck and back tightness/pain has been relieved immensely.
I really can’t describe how this journey has helped me live a better life and have a better well-being. They care about YOU and YOUR overall life and want to help you.
I’ve seen other reviews about price and yes, it’s expensive, but with insurance (you do have to submit claims yourself) and budgeting, it IS doable. I’ve learned over time that this is something I NEEDED to do for me and for the rest of my life and that’s priceless.
I can’t thank TMJ Plus enough for being with me throughout this time and also educating me on my condition. I’m very confident that all that we did will continue to make me feel pain-free and grateful for it.
TLDR: if you’re in immense jaw pain and cannot get relief, TMJ Plus is really the place to go. Everyone is so nice, accommodating, and wants to see you improve. Whether it’s a quick fix/adjustment or a 3 year journey (like mine), you will leave this office with pain relief and a new lease on life.