Auvenshine Ronald C, DDS PhD

Houston, United States

3.7

3 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 713-790-0531
Website:
www.medcentertmj.com
Address:
7505 Main St Ste 210, Houston, TX, 77030
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Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miSmith Lands
0.4 miPressler St @ Holcombe Blvd
0.5 miHolcombe Blvd @ Main St
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Local time (Houston) 11:25 Monday, 2 June 2025

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Description

History

Established in 1979.

At MedCenter TMJ, one of our primary concerns is helping you to feel comfortable. Our dentists, Dr. Ronald Auvenshine and Dr. Nathan Pettit, primarily treat Craniomandibular Disorders and Orofacial pain, not general dentistry. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions!

MedCenter TMJ has a staff of caring and highly skilled individuals who are dedicated to increasing the quality of life of people who suffer from this disorder. Our intent is to help you understand more about your condition. We firmly believe in educating our patients so that they will be able to make a knowledgeable decision about their treatment. We are dedicated to helping you with the cycle of «treating, managing, beginning.»

Meet the Business Owner

Dr. Ronald A.

Business Owner

Dr. Ronald Auvenshine graduated from Baylor University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry. In 1971, he earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Emory University School of Dentistry in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Auvenshine’s interest in craniomandibular disorders (CMD) & temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) began while he was a student at Emory University School of Dentistry. There, he was actively involved in the Student Research Department at the dental school, working under Dr. Parker Mahan. It was through his association with Dr. Mahan that his interest in TMJ problems reached paramount height. Following his tour of duty in the U.S. Army, he wanted to develop a program within the American Dental Association (ADA), for the treatment of craniomandibular disorders.

In 1978, he moved to Houston & entered private practice. Since that time, his practice has been solely devoted to the treatment of craniomandibular disorders & orofacial pain.

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3 reviews of Auvenshine Ronald C, DDS PhD

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Place rating: 5
Houston, TX
I was hurt in 1993 and had TMJ. My mom was told by both my dentist and orthodontist that he was the best. He was so good that I looked him up again in 2016 after getting head butted in my jaw by my 2-​year-​old. I’m very happy to see he is still around! I can’t tell you who half my doctors were back then, but I remember Dr Auvenshine.
Place rating: 5
Fourth Ward, Houston, TX
I was honestly shocked to read the review below mine — I had an exact opposite experience.
I came to the clinic in 2009 to start treatment for TMJD. I was a sophomore in high school and I had really bad pain while eating and talking sometimes.
they start your first consultation by getting to know your lifestyle, getting a mold for your custom retainer, and taking a picture of your jawline.
Then, they give you stretches to do and you wear your retainer basically 24⁄7 for the first 6 months I believe. The stretches were good (albeit I’m not great with keeping up with them now) but the retainer is awesome. I really feel a difference when I wear it (now just during nights) the day after.
All of the nurses and Dr. auvenshine and petit (new dr there) are super nice and create a relaxing environment. If you have TMJD, this is the place to go! Definitely changed my enjoyment of life with TMJD.
Place rating: 1
Houston, TX
I was referred to this guy by my dentist due to my popping jaw that sometimes locks during the winter. He had a certain method which involved stretching the muscles in my jaw, but all it gave me was migraines. When I told the nurses this, they basically told me to work through the pain. (A migraine??? BTW I am clinically diagnosed with migraines.)
Once when I went in and said I was having issues, which was why I did not do these stretches, a nurse treated me like a child and made me do it even though it was excruciating pain for me. I quit going and lost a load of money for all the trouble. And my jaw opens even less now than it did before the visit.
Save your money if you have mild TMJ problems. If more severe, you might want to look into someone who is more renowned.