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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Dentistry
  • Ophthalmology

Background:

  • Orofacial quantitative sensory testing (QST) is a valuable psychophysical tool.
  • It aids in evaluating neurosensory disorders of the orofacial region.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Evaluate current evidence on orofacial QST.
  • Discuss its future clinical potential.

Main Methods:

  • Literature search in Medline, Embase, and Scopus (1990-2019).
  • Keywords: QST, quantitative sensory testing, neurosensory, facial, orofacial, trigeminal, intraoral, oral.

Main Results:

  • QST methods include method of levels, limits, and mapping.
  • Stimuli vary: mechanical, thermal, vibration, pinprick.
  • QST reveals disease pathways, aids patient stratification, and is reliable longitudinally.

Conclusions:

  • Orofacial QST reliably diagnoses pathological neurosensory conditions and assesses normal function.
  • Challenges exist for routine clinical use, but future improvements are expected.
  • Implementation in routine practice is anticipated.