Patient evaluation includes a thorough history and examination, and additional testing when indicated. This could include radiographic, MR or CT imaging, mucosal imaging, biopsy, oral cultures, serology, salivary flow measurements, and taste and smell testing.
Therapy will vary and is dependent on diagnosis. Adjuncts to diagnosis are used including flourescent light examination, vital tissue staining and cytology with molecular testing. Patients with a temporomandibular disorder typically receive an appropriate combination of behavioral therapy, medication, physical medicine, and appliance therapy if indicated. Detailed reports are made to the referring health care provider.
We offer diagnosis and treatment for oral/jaw conditions that may include oral topical application of medicines and medicines taken by mouth. The conitions are listed in “conditions” in the main menu.
We also offer photobiomodulation (low level laser) therapy when indicated for inflammatory conditions, to promote wound healing and to treat oral and facial pain due to muscle and joint and nerve pain (see “light therapy” in “Resources” in the main menu).
The goal is to provide evidence-based care that is supported by current, peer-reviewed scientific literature. Patients are often managed in a multi-disciplinary model with other dental or medical providers that include all areas of dental practice, and medical providers such as Internal Medicine, Neurology, Otolaryngology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rheumatology, Psychology. Consultations with medical specialists are coordinated with the patient’s primary care physician.
We welcome referrals.