Orofacial pain is pain coming from the oral region, head, and neck. Pain is a very complex topic, and can have more than one cause.
Dr. Bachelder's goal is a proper diagnosis, and to find the best management to reduce or eliminate your pain. Sometimes pain comes from teeth, and therapy is very straight forward. Sometimes pain is referred from other parts of your body, maybe a jaw joint issue, other times it can be from your jaw muscles. Some pain is neuropathic in origin, and sometimes it’s a combination of referred pain, joint pain, muscle pain, neuropathic pain, and additional factors.
Depending on the type of pain/headache/condition, Dr. Bachelder will work with you to find the best course of action for treating your pain.
TMJ
TMJ disorders (TMD) include pain and dysfunction of the jaw joints. Treatment can include bite guards, physical therapy, medications, and more.
Dr. Bachelder will do a detailed exam to determine what is causing your TMD, and what factors may be affecting the TMD. Then She will recommended a treatment plan to manage your pain and dysfunction.
Sleep Dentistry
A properly trained dentist can recognize warning signs of possible sleep apnea, then refer you to a sleep physician for assessment.
Sleep dentistry means dental adjunctive care in management of sleep issues and airway concerns, like snoring. This can include snore guards, palatal expansion, soft palate/uvula (back of mouth) treatment, tongue tie correction, and more. Dr. Bachelder believed that a proper airway is essential for the best quality of life.
Orofacial Pain
Orofacial pain is an area of dentistry that works to identify and manage pain in the head and neck. Orofacial pain is pain coming from the oral region, head, and neck. Pain is very complex, and can have more than one cause and factors.
Dr. Bachelder's goal is a proper diagnosis, and to reduce or eliminate your pain. Depending on the type of pain/headache/condition, Dr. Bachelder will work with you to find the best course of action for treating your pain.
