Chest Cancer Refers Pain to Face and Jaw: A Case Review

Abstract:

The dentist’s sphere of treatment is generally limited by state law to the teeth, alveolar process, gums, cheeks, jaws or oral cavity and associated structures. However today, an appreciation of the total person is necessary. Pain referred from the chest to the face and jaw is presented to the new student when first assuming responsibilty for treatment of the clinic patient. With contemporary dental practice expanded to orofacial pain and the temporomandibular joint area, general medical knowledge is essential. Without hesitancy, when the situation is not distinct, referral for medical consultation may be the best part of patient care.