For Providers
We manage your patient’s chronic pain, so you can focus on their restorative and esthetic needs.
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
Refer a Patient
Please Send Us:
1.
X-Rays and Radiology Reports
2.
Relevant Treatment Notes
3.
Recent Blood Work
Email: care@midwestjawrelief.com
Fax: 123-4567-8901
Did you know?
- Orofacial Pain (OFP) became an ADA recognized specialty in 2020, making it the 12th specialty in dentistry.
- 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.
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.