Cranial Chronicle, Newsletter from the Pacific Center for Orofacial Disorders

Welcome to the first issue of the Pacific Center for Orofacial Disorders' new e-newsletter, which was e-mailed to our audience in June 2009. Our goal is to get the word out about our services, foster cooperation between the Bay Area medical and dental communities and the Pacific Center and increase awareness of orofacial issues. Click here to read the full PDF version. We hope you find this information useful!

The Pacific Center for Orofacial Disorders: Spearheading a Collaborative Approach to Care

The Pacific Center for Orofacial Disorders serves the dental and medical communities throughout Northern California. The team’s primary focus is on treating patients with musculoskeletal problems involving the jaw. However, many of the patients we see are already receiving medical care for other health issues and collaboration is very important... Read more >>

Technology: Helping Bridge the Medical and Dental Communities

Dentists are now addressing a wider range of patient complaints. Through more precise technology, the interconnectivity of the entire body and the dentist’s potential responsibility in broader medical issues can be appreciated... Read more >>

Research Review: Examination of the Relationship Between Mandibular Position and Body Posture

Health practitioners managing musculoskeletal problems recognize that altering one muscle group can have an effect on other muscle groups. This phenomenon has been observed in patients complaining of jaw-related musculoskeletal disorders... Read more >>

Education and Outreach: Training the Next Generation of Dentists about CMCD

Although all services at the Pacific Center are provided by faculty, graduating seniors at University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry complete a rotation through the Pacific Center for Orofacial Disorders. If you are a member of the medical or dental community and want to get involved in our program please contact our Center at (415) 929-6611. ... Read more >>

Musculoskeletal Balance Was the Key to Eliminating Pain

Following a routine operative procedure, the patient complained of persistent pain in the left temple area. The pain spread to a debilitating level concentrating behind the eyes bilaterally. Learn how the Pacific Center was able to help her. ... Read more >>

Common Symptoms of Musculoskeletal Disorders Involving the Jaw

• Jaw pain
• Limited / altered jaw function
• Headaches
• Ear ringing / pain
• Ear blockage
• Breathing problems
• Dizziness / balance problems
• Chewing difficulty
• Swallowing problems
• Speech irregularities
• Neck pain
• Sleep problems
• Daytime fatigue
• Attention / focus issues
• Blurred/ irregular vision