Has your dentist recommended oral surgery? Perhaps you have been referred to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS). An oral surgeon is a specialist that performs a variety of treatments and procedures that address issues affecting the entire oral health system and the face. Since an OMS treats issues that affect oral health, he or… Continue reading What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?
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What is orofacial pain and how can it be treated?
Orofacial pain can be debilitating. It can also greatly reduce one’s oral function. The cause of orofacial pain varies. Some people experience facial and oral discomfort from bruxism (the habit of clenching and grinding teeth) as response to stress while others might feel discomfort from issues that affect tooth alignment or the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).… Continue reading What is orofacial pain and how can it be treated?