OMG some doctors and surgeons are extremely expensive, unrealistic and some just need to be nicer. I am supposed to get open joint tmj surgery in florida and mom and i talked to the financial department and almost chocked. The consultation almost $1300, the surgery $35,000, not including the MRI, hotel or wherever i find to stay, all meals out and have to stay 14 days and come back every 3 months. Mom told me this will be about $50,000. these doctors are nuts. if anyone has any suggestions or referrals for a good tmj surgeon that would be great. i can't wait to feel better and get some major pain relief from a surgeon that does not cost as much as a house lol. cmon fireworks i need ooohs and aahhhs hahah.