What isOrofacial Pain?
Orofacial pain refers to pain and related symptoms felt in the face, mouth, jaws, head, and neck. It may arise from the muscles, temporomandibular joints, nerves, teeth, or surrounding tissues, and can present as aching, sharp, burning, or pressure-like discomfort. Because these structures share complex nerve pathways, orofacial pain often overlaps with headaches, jaw dysfunction, tooth pain, ear symptoms, and sleep-related breathing problems, making an accurate diagnosis essential. The...
