It’s Getting On My Nerves: Neuropathic Pain in the Mouth and Face

Authors

Andrew L. Young, University of the PacificFollow

Department

Orthodontics

Document Type

Lecture

Conference Title

The Art and Science of Dentistry

Organization

California Dental Association

Location

San Francisco, CA

Conference Dates

September 8-10, 2016

Date of Presentation

9-9-2016

Abstract

Neuropathic oral pain, lacking a definitive cure, typically lasts a lifetime. Case-by-case management options can reduce the pain to varying degrees, but delayed or incorrect diagnosis can worsen the response to treatment. Some new management options, such as gels and supplements, are becoming key players in this developing field. Dentists now play a key role in preventing, detecting, treating and referring them.

1. Recognize trigeminal neuralgia variants, atypical odontalgia, burning mouth disorder, fibromyalgia and more.

2. Learn how to avoid triggering or worsening these conditions.

3. Begin initial treatment for these conditions and understand the long-term management options you’ll refer to.

Comments

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Recommended Citation

Young, A. L. (2016). It’s Getting On My Nerves: Neuropathic Pain in the Mouth and Face. Paper presented at The Art and Science of Dentistry in San Francisco, CA.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/dugoni-facpres/3