Orofacial Pain

This is cortisol's possible role in TMDs

New research suggests high cortisol may be a biomarker for temporomandibular disorders, while certain computer-guided occlusal adjustments may reduce cortisol.

March 25, 2026

Catching up from Chicago Midwinter: An answer for painless dentistry?

Here's why one dentist is excited about an anesthesia product that recently gained FDA approval and is changing the way he practices.

March 13, 2026

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How buffering local anesthetic can transform dental care

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Learn the history, benefits, and practical application of buffering local anesthetics in dentistry, with insights from Dr. Jason Goodchild.

March 11, 2026

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Ouch! There may not be enough oral pain specialists

A JADA study reports a woeful shortage of orofacial pain specialists in the U.S. -- approximately 531 providers for 333 million people.

February 26, 2026

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These addictions may be tied to TMDs

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be associated with higher rates of certain addictions among university students, according to a BMC Oral Health study.

January 30, 2026

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Do you know which patients are at greater risk of dental pain?

Research suggests the roots of tooth pain may lie in social and maternal education gaps, reports a study published in the Journal of Dentistry.

January 29, 2026

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Social media misinformation and how it can lead to dental pain

Aggressive dentistry and social media misinformation can disastrously harm patients. Dr. Anjali Rajpal discusses why expert guidance is crucial for safeguarding patients' oral health.

January 29, 2026

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$17M grant to study TMDs and better treatments

University at Buffalo researchers are participating in a multi-institutional study to deepen the understanding of TMDs and drive better treatments.

January 29, 2026

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What you need to know about adolescents with TMD symptoms

Preteens and teens with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) may be more likely to experience psychological distress and chronic headaches, a new JADA study reports.

January 5, 2026

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This noninvasive treatment may improve TMJ

While not a cure-all, using deep heat to relax the jaw muscles and joints showed promise in improving TMJ pain and boosting quality of life.

December 17, 2025

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This may help dentin hypersensitivity

This treatment improved dentin hypersensitivity in more than 93% of patients after six months, reports new research.

December 15, 2025

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Insomnia may increase the risk of TMD

“Individuals with insomnia exhibited a consistently higher incidence of TMD than those without,” reports a study published in BMC Oral Health.

December 2, 2025

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