National median for tmj treatment is $895. View Australia's real-world price spread and find local clinics.
Australia-wide median
$895
Based on 76 real patient reports, the national typical out-of-pocket gap is $895.
Patient-reported median, not a quote. How we calculate this →
All prices include GST unless stated.
Full Market Range
$525 - $8,500
Middle 50% Range
$532 - $895
Patient Reports
76 reports
Current Signal
22 Oct 2026
23 patients contributed recently
With a larger set of reports, the median is the most stable baseline. It strips out highly subsidised public patients and premium outliers so you can budget from the middle of the market.
Reviewed dataset
Every data point is crowdsourced anonymously from Australian patients. We publish the median, the sample size, and whether the figure reflects a city-level cost summary or a modelled estimate so you can judge how much weight to place on each figure.
Price Distribution
Lowest reported
$525
Middle 50%
$532, $895
Highest reported
$8,500
Based on 76 patient reports. This procedure is not covered by Medicare. The full cost sits with you out of pocket.
Estimated Baseline
Medicare may apply if medically indicated. Coverage varies by clinical circumstances.
Estimated Typical OOP
$716
CostDoc National Median
$895
Australia-Wide Benchmark
Estimated baseline
Estimated breakdown based on typical Australian specialist billing patterns. For actual Medicare rebates, visit the Medical Costs Finder at health.gov.au.
Estimated Fee Breakdown
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Your out-of-pocket | $716 | 53% |
Your out-of-pocket
$716
All prices include GST unless stated.
City-by-City Breakdown
Based on 76 patient reports nationwide, the median out-of-pocket in Australia is $895, ranging from $525 to $8,500.
No, Medicare doesn't cover a tmj treatment. You'd need private health extras cover to get a rebate. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule may cover children up to $1,095 over two years.
Expect varies, splint therapy ongoing, surgery 1-2 weeks recovery. You can usually eat and drink within a few hours.
Risks are minimal for a routine dental procedure. You might have temporary sensitivity, minor discomfort, or numbness from the local anaesthetic. Complications are rare with an experienced dentist.
Any registered dentist can do this, but experience matters for complex cases. Ask about their chosen technique and materials. CostDoc shows what others have paid at different practices.
This page reflects reports updated as recently as 22 Oct 2026.