Advanced School of Facial Pain Treatment

Overview

The Advanced School of Facial Pain Treatment is a comprehensive course designed to enhance expertise in diagnosing and managing complex facial pain conditions. This program covers muscle dysfunction, maxillofacial orthopedics, temporomandibular disorder (TMD) therapy, and neuropathic pain, providing evidence-based clinical knowledge from experienced professionals.

On-demand Dentistry education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Content

This course offers a detailed exploration of orofacial pain management through multiple focused modules led by recognized experts.

• Module 1: Dr. Gary D. Klasser
  • Functional Anatomy / Biomechanics of the Masticatory System: Foundations of TMD and evidence-based diagnostic approaches.
  • Muscle Dysfunction and Management Principles: Identification and treatment of myogenous conditions.
  • Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction + Management Principles: Diagnosis and management of arthrogenous TMJ disorders.
• Module 2: Dr. J. Wellington “Skip” Truitt
  • Maxillofacial Orthopedics (Part 1 & 2): Orthopaedic treatment strategies, cephalometric evaluation, and appliance selection.
  • Cutting Edge Orthodontics (Part 1 & 2): Advanced orthodontic techniques for efficient treatment.
  • The Complexities of Pain: Understanding multifactorial aspects of pain and management approaches.
• Module 3: Dr. Gary D. Klasser
  • Neuropathies, Neuralgias, and Neuritis: Recognition and evidence-based management of neuropathic orofacial pain.
• Module 4: Dr. J. Wellington “Skip” Truitt
  • Toothaches that are not really tooth related: Differentiating dental versus non-dental pain origins and their management.

Speakers

• Dr. J. Wellington “Skip” Truitt — Expert in Maxillofacial Orthopedics, Orthodontics, Cephalometrics, and TMD, author of four related textbooks.
• Dr. Gary D. Klasser — Associate Professor, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, with extensive experience in Oral Medicine, Oral Oncology, and Orofacial Pain.

Target Audience

This course is intended for dental professionals and specialists seeking advanced knowledge and practical skills in the diagnosis and management of facial pain disorders, including temporomandibular dysfunction and neuropathic pain.

Why This Topic Matters

The Advanced School of Facial Pain Treatment addresses key clinical challenges in the management of orofacial pain within dentistry. Mastery of this content supports enhanced patient care and clinical decision-making in dental and maxillofacial practice.

MedHub Central provides access to this advanced dentistry education, facilitating the strengthening of expertise in facial pain treatment for improved professional confidence and clinical effectiveness.