History and examination of the orofacial pain patient.
The clinician should recognize the importance of screening examinations for all patients seen in the dental office. The elements of a brief screening history and examination have been reviewed. In addition, the indications and elements of a comprehensive history and examination have been described. A discussion of current opinion on available diagnostic testing was also presented.
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Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA.
D000779:Anesthetics, Local; D001175:Arthrography; D003945:Diagnosis, Oral; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000175:diagnosis; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009460:Neurologic Examination; D010808:Physical Examination; D011581:Psychological Tests; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*
D000779:Anesthetics, Local