Orofacial pain – an overview

Issue title: Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders

Guest editors: James R. FrictonGuest Editor

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Graff-Radford, Steven B.

Affiliations: The Pain Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 8700 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA

Abstract: Orofacial pain is a complex problem that requires careful assessment, understanding and appropriate therapy. This article reviews the function of the nervous system as it pertains to orofacial pain and introduces an organ based classification system that can be used to help differentiate the patient with orofacial pain. Current concepts in the pathogenous of each disorder and therapies are reviewed.

Keywords: Orofacial pain, Neuropathic pain, Nociception

DOI: 10.3233/BMR-1996-6204

Journal: Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 113-133, 1996