Psychogenic pain in dentistry.
Chronic orofacial pain for which there is no apparent organic basis is often referred to as psychogenic pain. It is an important problem for all health professionals and has been estimated to afflict some 5 to 7 million Americans. This article reviews the nature and possible mechanisms of the various disorders associated with psychogenic pain in dental practice and methods for its management.
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Department of Oral Medicine and Periodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg, South Africa.
D002054:Burning Mouth Syndrome / Q000523:psychology; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D013001:Somatoform Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis*; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000523:psychology; D014098:Toothache / Q000523:psychology