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Your Trusted TMJ & Headache Specialists in Phoenix
Southwest Orofacial Group is a specialized practice dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex orofacial pain conditions, including TMJ disorders, chronic headaches, neuropathic pain, and sleep apnea. Our team of board-certified specialists brings decades of combined experience and advanced education in orofacial pain, oral medicine, and dental sleep medicine. We employ an interdisciplinary approach, integrating musculoskeletal and neurological evaluations to create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.Our commitment to ongoing education ensures we remain at the forefront of innovative therapies, utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostics and evidence-based methodologies. We prioritize patient-centered care, emphasizing clear communication, transparency, and collaboration to help individuals achieve lasting pain relief and improved quality of life.
Services
TMJ Treatment
Headache Management
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Orofacial Pain Relief
Dental Sleep Medicine
Highlights and features
- Our team includes board-certified specialists with advanced training in orofacial pain and dental sleep medicine.
- We utilize an interdisciplinary approach to address musculoskeletal, neurological, and systemic contributors to pain.
- Personalized treatment plans are developed using state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and clinical evaluations.
- Doctors maintain active roles in academic research and professional organizations to advance pain management practices.
- We emphasize patient education and collaborative care to ensure informed decision-making and long-term outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Orofacial Pain
- American Board of Oral Medicine
What people say
'miracle' pain relief
Professional and friendly staff
Thorough diagnostics
Personalized treatment plans
Significant improvement
Services
TMJ Treatment
Our TMJ treatment addresses temporomandibular joint disorders through comprehensive diagnostics and personalized therapies. We specialize in managing pain, clicking, locking, and bite irregularities caused by joint dysfunction. Utilizing splints, physical therapy, and advanced imaging, we restore jaw function and alleviate associated symptoms like headaches and ear ringing.
Headache Management
We provide targeted headache management for chronic migraines, tension-type headaches, and cluster headaches. Our approach combines trigger point analysis, medication protocols, and lifestyle modifications to reduce frequency and severity while improving daily functionality.
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Our sleep apnea therapy focuses on non-invasive oral appliance therapy as alternatives to CPAP machines. Custom-fitted mandibular advancement devices help maintain airway patency during sleep, reducing snoring and improving oxygenation for better rest and daytime alertness.
Myofascial Pain Treatment
This treatment targets chronic myofascial pain through trigger point injections, physical therapy, and ergonomic adjustments. We address referred pain patterns and muscular tension contributing to facial, neck, and head discomfort, restoring mobility and function.
Neuropathic Pain Management
Specialized management for neuropathic conditions like trigeminal neuralgia and atypical odontalgia. Our protocols include nerve blocks, medication management, and advanced diagnostics to identify and treat nerve-related facial pain effectively.
People
Seena Patel
DMD MPH
Dr. Seena Patel is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine. She specializes in managing myofascial pain, sleep apnea, and complex oral conditions, combining dental and public health expertise since 2012.
Basilios Costaras
DDS
Dr. Costaras completed advanced residency training in Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA. He focuses on interdisciplinary pain management and sleep-related breathing disorders with expertise in diagnostic imaging.
Dharti Patel
DMD ND
Dr. Dharti Patel holds dual board certification in Oral Medicine and Orofacial Pain. With over 15 years of experience, she integrates holistic therapies with conventional treatments for TMJ disorders, neuropathic pain, and medically complex patients.
Georgia Peterson-Houle
DDS MS
Dr. Peterson-Houle specializes in orofacial pain management and dental sleep medicine. Her research focuses on improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes for patients with chronic facial pain conditions.
Questions
What conditions does Southwest Orofacial Group specialize in treating?
We specialize in TMJ disorders, chronic headaches, neuropathic pain, myofascial pain, and sleep apnea. Our board-certified specialists focus on complex orofacial pain conditions.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an appointment through our online portal, by calling (602) 992-1486, or via referral from your dentist or physician for specialized pain management.
What diagnostic methods are used for TMJ disorders?
We use advanced imaging, clinical examinations, and patient history analysis to diagnose TMJ issues, identifying structural, muscular, and neurological contributors to jaw pain.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to verify coverage for specialized orofacial pain treatments and diagnostic services.
What treatment options exist for chronic migraines?
Our migraine treatments include trigger point therapy, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and addressing contributing factors like TMJ dysfunction or sleep disorders.
Are there non-invasive options for sleep apnea?
Yes, we offer custom oral appliances as effective CPAP alternatives for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, improving airway patency during sleep.
Reviews (1)
Patricia Castline
Nov 29, 2019
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After reading reviews for this place on Yelp I was to say the least a little nervous about going today. Yelp you need help, your reviews were all wrong. Everyone was very pleasant, they actually listened to me. How many people in any field of health care do that anymore. They explained what was going on, had typed out sheets for me to do the exercises they recommended, even one for my chiropractor to help me also, should he choose. The lovely blond woman (sorry I am bad with names) asked me questions about getting headaches. After they told me the price of the appliances I forgot to tell her,
