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Subcutaneous Trigeminal Nerve Field Stimulation for Refractory Facial Pain
Published on: May 10, 2017
Trigeminal neuralgia and trigeminal neuropathic pain
Kevin Ryan1, Alexander Crighton2
1Department of Oral Medicine, Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, UK. kevin.ryan@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.
Abstract:
It is very important that the dental team are aware of the varied presentations of pain in the mouth, face and other parts of the trigeminal region which are not directly caused by teeth or oral structures. Our understanding of underlying causes in this complex area is evolving. Ultimately, patients who present with what may at first seem to be oral or dental problems will require specialist input in secondary care with potential for use of systemic medications. This article reviews the common non-dental pains encountered in the orofacial region related to dysfunction of the trigeminal nerve.
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