VIRTUAL CE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 // 6:30-8 pm PST
Advancements in Diagnosing &
Treating Facial Pain Disorders
The NV AGD is proud to host Dr. Shanna Kim
who will provide this course to all dental healthcare professionals!
Course Description
This comprehensive 1-2 hour lecture explores cutting-edge approaches in the diagnosis and management of complex facial pain disorders through evidence-based case presentations. Participants will examine recent developments through diverse clinical scenarios including: TMJ involvement in systemic autoimmune and connective tissue diseases, TMJ hypermobility disorders, spontaneous occlusal changes, trigeminal neuralgia, cervical referred pain, and the intricate relationship between headaches and TMD. Special emphasis will be placed on recognizing various arthritides affecting the TMJ, differentiating between hypermobility spectrum disorders, and understanding their impact on treatment planning.
The course will also explore the critical relationship between cervical disorders and orofacial pain, demonstrating current diagnostic strategies for identifying cervicogenic jaw pain and evidence-based treatment approaches. The course demonstrates modern diagnostic workflows, including advanced imaging techniques, and current treatment algorithms.
Target Audience: Dentists, Dental Students, Recent Graduates
Course Objectives
- Identify clinical manifestations of various systemic autoimmune/connective tissue diseases affecting the TMJ and implement appropriate management strategies
- Identify potential underlying causes of spontaneous bite changes and develop appropriate diagnostic protocols
- Differentiate between facial pain conditions using current diagnostic criteria
- Evaluate the relationship between TMD and headaches
- Differentiate between TMD and cervically-referred orofacial pain
LIVE Virtual CE event (1 PACE CE Credit Provided) // Keywords: TMD, Facial Pain, Orofacial Pain, TMJ
Questions? Please email NV AGD at [email protected]
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations by the participant within 7 days of the program will result in a fee of 50% of the tuition cost. No shows will be charged the entire regular tuition price. If NV AGD cancels the program, the participant will be reimbursed the full tuition amount.
