title: [Practice-related diagnostic classification of orofacial pain].
abstract: In this article, a practical diagnostic classification of orofacial pain for use in the general dental practice is presented. In contrast to the detailed taxonomy proposed by Okeson (1995), this classification is limited to those pain conditions dentists are confronted with most frequently. Furthermore, the fundamental differences of somatic versus neuropathic pain, localized versus widespread pain, and acute versus chronic pain are emphasized. Principles of managing the different pain entities are suggested.
authors.affiliation: Klinik für Rekonstruktive Zahnmedizin und Myoarthropathien, Zentrum für Zahnmedizin, Universität Basel, Schweiz. jens.tuerp@unibas.ch
authors.forename: Jens Christoph
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Türp
authors.forename: Alfons
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Hugger
authors.forename: Hans
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Schindler
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000150:complications; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000145:classification* / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009437:Neuralgia / Q000150:complications; D020078:Neurogenic Inflammation / Q000150:complications; D009619:Nociceptors; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000150:complications; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000150:complications