For Providers

We manage your patient’s chronic pain, so you can focus on their restorative and esthetic needs. 

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Let us be a resource for your patients and your practice

At Midwest Jaw Relief, we know you want to help your patients live healthy and pain free lives. But what do you do when patients have undiagnosed issues outside your area of expertise?

That’s where we come in.

Diagnostic Services and Management for:

TMJ Disorders (TMD)

Headache Disorders

Neuropathic
Pain

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Area of Chief Concern

Please Send Us:

1.

X-Rays and Radiology Reports

2.

Relevant Treatment Notes

 3.

Recent Blood Work

Email: care@midwestjawrelief.com

Did you know?

  • The term Orofacial Pain is used to describe pain and dysfunction in the head and neck and facial regions. 
  • There are only a few hundred board-certified OFP providers in the world, making Orofacial Pain a growing but needed field.

“Recognition of this specialty solidifies another link between dentistry and medicine, acknowledging that the orofacial region, oral cavity, and masticatory system are an integral part of total patient care.”

– Gary M. Heir, DMD

FAQs

What conditions do you treat?

We diagnose and manage TMD, neuropathic pain, headaches, and obstructive sleep apnea.
For a full list of conditions, see our Service pages:

Do you typically recommend orthodontic, prosthodontic or surgical procedures for TMD management?

A significant body of research suggests that, for most patients, management of TMD with orthodontic or prosthodontic therapy is not significantly more beneficial than treatment with reversible therapies such as physical therapy, medication, injections or occlusal appliances. Surgical procedures may be indicated for patients who are refractory to conservative care.

 

Manfredini D, Lombardo L, Siciliani G. Temporomandibular disorders and dental occlusion. A systematic review of association studies: end of an era? J Oral Rehabil. 2017 Nov; PMID: 28600812.
What training does an Orofacial Pain specialist get?

New regulations require all Orofacial Pain Specialists complete:

  • A doctorate level degree in dentistry
  • An additional 2-3 years in an Orofacial Pain residency program
  • Yearly continuing education courses in Facial Pain

To become a board certified diplomat of the ABOP you must pass two additional examinations.

Where can I learn more about this new field?

You can continue your research on our informational page or at the American Academy of Orofacil Pain website.

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A Word from our Patients

"I cannot recommend this gem of a physician enough"

After almost 2 years of excruciating orofacial pain and loss of all hope, I had my first visit with Dr.Guthrie yesterday! I cannot recommend this gem of a physician enough.

He was so patient, personable and caring! It really meant so much after everything I had been through to just be heard and understood. Yesterday I came home feeling hopeful for my future with a plan in place to treat my chronic facial pain. Thank you Dr. Guthrie, your patients are lucky to have you! 

"He truly cared about my well being..."

Dr. Guthrie was amazing. He listened to everything I said and he truly cared about my well being. He was very informative and easy to talk to. He made sure I understood everything he was doing and why, and he walked me through everything.

The front desk was so helpful and very calming when I first got there and very willing to answer my questions.

"He is so very personable..."

Dr. Scott Guthrie is an excellent Docto to work with. He is polite, and so very personable.  You are treated like you are with a member of your own family.

"Extremely attentive to my concerns..."

Dr. Guthrie was extremely attentive to my thoughts and concerns, and carefully explained every option we had for my treatment.