Kronman J H, Padamsee M, Norris L H
Gelb TMJ Pain Center, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Mass.
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol. 1991 Apr;71(4):420-2. doi: 10.1016/0030-4220(91)90420-h.
Many patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction and/or myofascial pain syndrome have numerous symptoms. In cases of multiple complaints, an attempt should be made to resolve symptoms on a step-by-step basis. In this case report, a patient was treated for only one of her numerous complaints, that is, a burning sensation on her palate when she touched the right tuberosity area with her tongue or finger.