Is it Toothache, Migraine, or TMD? How Dentists Miss Jaw Pain

TMD is now the second most common musculoskeletal condition leading to disability and pain, yet most dentists receive fewer than 16 hours of training on it in their entire curriculum. So what happens when a patient walks in with facial pain that looks like a toothache but isn't?

Dr. Gary Glassman sits down with facial pain specialist Dr. Sid Lisser to break down why jaw pain is so often missed, how 75% of migraines associated with TMDs may actually be misdiagnosed migraine mimics, and what evidence-based conservative treatment looks like according to the latest clinical guidelines. Gary also shares a case from his own practice where a cracked tooth mimicked MSK pain and the diagnostic protocol that caught it.

Whether you're a seasoned clinician or early in your career, this is an essential watch for any general dentist who sees patients with unexplained facial or jaw pain.