Orofacial Pain Relief Center
Understanding Nerve Pain: New Frontiers in Diagnosis and Management Nerve pain—or neuropathic pain—is one of the most complex and challenging forms of chronic pain, particularly when it manifests in the face, jaw, or head. As an Orofacial Pain consultant, I often see patients suffering from trigeminal neuralgia, post-traumatic neuropathies, and persistent idiopathic facial pain, all […]
Understanding Headaches: What’s New in Diagnosis & Relief? Headaches are one of the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting people of all ages. While many dismiss headaches as a simple nuisance, for others, they are debilitating and significantly impact quality of life. As orofacial pain specialists, we frequently encounter patients whose headaches are linked to […]
What is TMD? Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) refer to a group of conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint (TMJ) and surrounding muscles. These joints connect your jaw to the skull and help you speak, chew, yawn, and express emotions. When this complex system doesn’t function properly, it can lead to symptoms that […]
✨ What Is TMJ Click? A “click” or “pop” in your jaw—when you talk or chew—is often caused by the disc inside your temporomandibular joint shifting in and out of place chandrasmiles.com+15Mayo Clinic+15tmjsleepcentresfv.com+15. If it’s painless and doesn’t limit movement, it’s usually not a concern . But if it’s accompanied by pain, stiffness, or difficulty […]