The etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial pain disorders are frequently challenging, and misdiagnosis and multiple failed treatments are common in this patient population. Today, we are joined by Dr. Louis Mercuri, an experienced oral maxillofacial surgeon, Clinical Consultant for TMJ Concepts, and Visiting Professor at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who has practiced in the state of Illinois for many years. Over his career, Dr. Mercuri has obtained research funding, published extensively, and been invited to lecture locally, nationally, and internationally on subjects related to the diagnosis and non-surgical and surgical management of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). In this episode, Dr. Mercuri shares some pearls for diagnosing and treating TMD patients, including the tricks and techniques he uses during examination to determine if the condition is intra-articular or extra-articular, how he communicates with unhappy TMD patients, and what resources he provides them with, plus so much more. This is a fascinating and informative conversation about TMD with a foremost expert on the subject, so make sure not to miss it!
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Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Dr. Louis Mercuri Email —
TMJ Concepts — https://www.tmjconcepts.com/
Rush University Medical Center — https://www.rush.edu/
OMSNIC — https://www.omsnic.com/
Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com
Dr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720 441 6059
The etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial pain disorders are frequently challenging, and misdiagnosis and multiple failed treatments are common in this patient population. Today, we are joined by Dr. Louis Mercuri, an experienced oral maxillofacial surgeon, Clinical Consultant for TMJ Concepts, and Visiting Professor at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who has practiced in the state of Illinois for many years. Over his career, Dr. Mercuri has obtained research funding, published extensively, and been invited to lecture locally, nationally, and internationally on subjects related to the diagnosis and non-surgical and surgical management of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). In this episode, Dr. Mercuri shares some pearls for diagnosing and treating TMD patients, including the tricks and techniques he uses during examination to determine if the condition is intra-articular or extra-articular, how he communicates with unhappy TMD patients, and what resources he provides them with, plus so much more. This is a fascinating and informative conversation about TMD with a foremost expert on the subject, so make sure not to miss it!
Key Points From This Episode:
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Dr. Louis Mercuri Email —
TMJ Concepts — https://www.tmjconcepts.com/
Rush University Medical Center — https://www.rush.edu/
OMSNIC — https://www.omsnic.com/
Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com
Dr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720 441 6059