Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain

Korean Academy of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine (대한안면통증구강내과학회)
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Orofacial Pain and Nonodotogenic Toothache of Cardiac Origin: Case Report

  • Jong-Mo Ahn (Department of Oral Medicine, College of Dentistry, Chosun University) ;
  • Ji-Won Ryu (Department of Oral Medicine, College of Dentistry, Chosun University) ;
  • Hyun-Jeong Park (Department of Oral Medicine, College of Dentistry, Chosun University)
  • Received : 2023.11.03
  • Accepted : 2024.01.17
  • Published : 2024.03.30
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Abstract

Orofacial pain has various causes, making it challenging to differentiate from dental-related diseases based solely on symptoms. Toothache, usually attributed to pathological changes in the pulp and periodontal tissue, is the most common cause of orofacial pain and relatively easy to diagnose. However, distinguishing orofacial pain and nonodontogenic toothache due to myofascial, neuropathic, neurovascular, paranasal sinus and cardiac originating, and psychogenic pain presents diagnostic challenges that may result in incorrect treatment. Therefore, dentists must recognize that orofacial pain can arise from not only dental issues but also other causes. This case report explores the necessary considerations in diagnosing orofacial pain and nonodontogenic toothache by examining the diagnoses of patients presenting at the dental hospital with orofacial pain and nonodontogenic toothache of cardiac origin.

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Acknowledgement

This study was supported by research fund from Chosun University Dental Hospital, 2023.

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