ODS 834 - TMD and Orofacial Pain

This course, therefore, provides basic information necessary to develop an understanding of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and other orofacial pain conditions. The lectures and assigned reading encompass masticatory muscle disorders such as myalgia, myofascial pain with referral and headache attributed to TMD. Intra-articular conditions such as degenerative joint disease, subluxation and disc displacements. The course also provides information on orofacial pain conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia, temporal arteritis, Eagle’s syndrome and primary headaches.

Prerequisites & Notes
N/A

Credits: 2
Typically Offered:
Spring