What Is Orofacial Pain?

Orofacial pain is a complex and often misunderstood area of healthcare. Disorders related to orofacial pain can significantly affect the patient’s quality of life. Due to the intricate nature of these conditions, achieving an accurate diagnosis and treatment is often challenging and typically requires a multidisciplinary approach.

Frequent Orofacial Pain Disorders Include:

• Musculoskeletal disorders, such as temporomandibular disorders (TMDs)
• Neurovascular orofacial pain, including headache disorders
• Neuropathic and neurological problems, including trigeminal neuralgia, other neuralgias, and neuropathies
• Other facial pain conditions including neoplasms, movement disorders, and sleep-related disorders

The creation of the IAOFP is a critical step towards unifying professionals from diverse backgrounds to confront these challenges.