The Johnson Papers

The Johnson Papers

Craniofacial Pain: A Systems-Based Treatment Approach (Part 2)

Why Conservative, Integrated Care Produces More Stable Outcomes

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John W. Johnson, DDS
Mar 03, 2026
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Treating craniofacial pain requires reducing system load, not simply targeting a joint or tooth. Conservative, interdisciplinary care produces more durable results than aggressive structural intervention.

From Evaluation to Strategy

The Diagnostic Criteria for TMD emphasize multidimensional assessment (Schiffman et al., 2014). This aligns closely with how I approach care.

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