Hands-On Botox for TMJ Pain Management Workshop with Dr. Amey Patil (In-Person)
Address: 622 Third Ave 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017
Email: amak@nycdentalsociety.org
Members: $325
Non-Members: $425
Free For Study Club Members
CE hours: 3
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Lecture Description:
This hands-on workshop focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, covering their causes, symptoms, and diagnostic strategies. Participants will review TMJ anatomy, pain mechanisms, and evidence-based clinical decision-making relevant to the management of TMD and associated orofacial pain conditions. Participants will gain practical experience through mannequin-based, simulation training in administering commonly used injection therapies for TMJ-related pain, including trigger point injections, botulinum toxin (Botox), and intra-articular injection techniques. Instruction will emphasize anatomical landmarks, dosing principles, injection technique, patient selection, safety considerations, complication avoidance, and informed consent. No live patient injections will be performed. The course will also address how injection-based therapies integrate with conservative modalities such as occlusal splints, physical therapy, and pharmacologic management. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing complex or refractory cases and understanding when referral to Orofacial Pain specialists or other healthcare providers is indicated for advanced care. The primum non nocere principle will guide participants in delivering safe, ethical, and effective patient care.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify and diagnose common temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and understand their underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms.
- Explain the role of conservative therapies, including occlusal splints, physical therapy, and pharmacologic management, in the comprehensive treatment of TMJ pain.
- Demonstrate knowledge of orofacial injection anatomy and technique, including trigger point injections, botulinum toxin (Botox), and intra-articular injection approaches, through mannequin-based simulation training.
- Recognize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and determine when referral to an Orofacial Pain specialist or other healthcare providers is indicated for advanced or complex cases.
Speaker Information: Dr. Amey Patil
Dr. Amey G. Patil is an accomplished dental professional with extensive expertise in restorative dentistry, orofacial pain, and aesthetic dentistry. After earning his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, India, he pursued a Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, USA. He has held leadership roles, including Chief Resident of the Center for Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders at Rutgers, and has further specialized through a Fellowship in Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry from New York University. In his academic career, Dr. Patil serves as an Assistant Professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and is the Director of General Dental Concepts at the Center for Orofacial Pain. His innovative work includes inventing the Pico-hydro-electric toothbrush, a device for energy harvesting, and his research contributions have been published internationally. He has also been a mentor and speaker at global dental conferences.
Dr. Patil’s honors include prestigious fellowships from the International College of Dentists, the American College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. His leadership extends to professional committees and editorial boards, and he actively promotes dental education through collaborations with organizations like the University of California, San Francisco. His dedication to advancing dental care and his commitment to excellence in both clinical practice and research have made him a respected figure in the field.
This speaker has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.
Additional Information:
- You will receive a printed copy of your CE certificate of completion at the end of lecture.
- Refund Policy - We offer refunds for cancellations made up to two weeks prior to the event. Email info@nycdentalsociety.org to request a refund.
