title: Application of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in dentistry.
abstract: TENS is extremely useful in some dental procedures, such as TMJ syndrome and tooth extraction; however, its use is not practical in all situations. The dentist must remember that TENS is an adjunctive form of treatment. It is not a panacea for all types of pain, nor should it be used as a last resort. When applied correctly and with care, TENS is useful in the management of pain in the head and face.
mesh_terms: D003729:Dental Care; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D006801:Humans; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000628:therapy; D014098:Toothache / Q000628:therapy; D004561:Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation; D014277:Trigeminal Neuralgia / Q000628:therapy