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Think Better Life - Orofacial Pain, TMJ & Sleep Disorder Solutions Chicago
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Dr. Ira L. Shapira, of Chicagoland Dental Sleep Medicine and Think Better Life, is an experienced TMJ and Sleep Apnea Dentist who has earned recognition as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Fellow of the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO), and a Diplomat of the Academy of Pain Management.
CHICAGO TMJ REVIEWS,
His practice is dedicated to improving the quality of patients lives. He is actively looking for patients who have not been helped by standard medicine techniques but who still want a Better Life.
Dr Shapira is the Chair, of The Alliance of TMD Organizations
Please call Dr Shapira's Team today at (847) 533-8313 to schedule a consultation to assess the function of your jaw. Dr. Shapira welcomes patients throughout the Chicago Metropolitan Region.
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Dr. Ira L. Shapira, of Chicagoland Dental Sleep Medicine and Think Better Life, is an experienced TMJ and Sleep Apnea Dentist who has earned recognition as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Fellow of the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO), and a Diplomat of the Academy of Pain Management.
CHICAGO TMJ REVIEWS,
His practice is dedicated to improving the quality of patients lives. He is actively looking for patients who have not been helped by standard medicine techniques but who still want a Better Life.
Dr Shapira is the Chair, of The Alliance of TMD Organizations
Please call Dr Shapira's Team today at (847) 533-8313 to schedule a consultation to assess the function of your jaw. Dr. Shapira welcomes patients throughout the Chicago Metropolitan Region.
#Chicagotmj,#TMJChicago, #ChicagoTMJReviews, #ChicagoorofacialPain, #ChicagoTMD,#chicagoheadandneckpain, #orofacialpain, #TMJ/TMD, #Migraine
Severe Hearing Loss following Emergency Surgery, Severe Drop Vertigo : Amazing Resolution in 2 weeks
Nicole explains how she first had Emergency Surgery in 2020 and lost her hearinng. For unexplained reasons she got her hearing back.
October of 2023 she once again lost her hearing again. Treatments included steroid injections into her ear which gave her very minimal improvements that diiapated very quickly..
Starting in April ,I had Drop Vertigo Attacks where the whole world was spinning, I was in and out of the Emergency Rooms and they diagnosed me with Meniere's Disease. I just felt there was something more going on. I felt the Meniere's Disease Diagnosis was some they labeled me with because they could not come up with a better answer.
I began researching on line and found there may be ...
October of 2023 she once again lost her hearing again. Treatments included steroid injections into her ear which gave her very minimal improvements that diiapated very quickly..
Starting in April ,I had Drop Vertigo Attacks where the whole world was spinning, I was in and out of the Emergency Rooms and they diagnosed me with Meniere's Disease. I just felt there was something more going on. I felt the Meniere's Disease Diagnosis was some they labeled me with because they could not come up with a better answer.
I began researching on line and found there may be ...
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Over 50 Years Severe TMJ Pain Dramatic Impovement!
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Debbie discusses 50 years of suffering with TMJ Disorder and how much better she is after just two weeks. Listen to her story. Contact Dr Shapira through his website: WWW.ThinkBetterLife.com Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,ABPM, FICCMO, MICCMO Neuromuscular Dentistry Section Editor: Journal of Advanced Dental Technologies and Techniques Editor-in-Chief: CRANIO. Journal of Craniomandibular and Sle...
Taryn had Severe TMJoint Pain and was Locked (close-lock) for over 6 months. One day post op.
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Taryn was having severe jaw pain due to a close-lock dislocation of her TMJoint. Unfortunatelty, most dentists do not understand the importance of reducing a close-lock as quickly as possible. When locked the pressure is on the retrodiscal lamina which is prone permanent damage. Taryn required a unilateral pivotal appliance too maintain the joint reduction.. She was seen today because there was...
Veteran with Severe “8-9” Pain Eperiences Quick Relief with SPG Block!
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A Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) Block gave almost instant relief of severe back pain. Dr Shapira teaches patients to Self-Administer SPG Blocks Self-Administration is done with Cotton-Tipped Catheters and 2% Lidocaine and act to reset the Autonomic Nervous System, reducing Sympathetic Overload Stress Related issues. Google "SASPGB" to learn more about Self Administration of these blocks. They w...
Severe "9" Back Pain relieved with SPG block
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Yehuda had almost instant relief with a trans-nasal Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block.and he was taught how to Self-Administer SPG Blocks so he can utilize this technique when he is home in Israei Google "SASPGB" to learn more about this remarkable block that can often give almost immediate relief. He was previously treated with an Aqualizer to correct Hip Height Discrepancy and back function.. Bot...
Devin discusses fantastic results with DNA Appliance for Breathing and TMJ Pain Relief.
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Devin finished with upper DNA Ap[pliance Therapy. She describes her nasal breathing as infinitely better and her jaw pain is reduced by 90% which is a dream and better than I could have Imagined, really. We will continue lower expansion a little bit more but all in all we are at the end of the road here. Devin has an important story about Myofunctional Therapy that every parent new parent shoul...
Pain Free for first time since 14 years old! Hear about FULL Body Relief!
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Constant Pain Since 14 years Old: Pain Now Totally gone! This course was an ICCMO Study Club meeting which meets four times a year. Dr Shapira is a frequent ICCMO lecturer and is an expert at treating severe pain patients. ICCMO is the best venue to learn to treat severe chronic head and neck pain patients. Dr Shapira utilized the same techniques to eliminate the pain that he teaches his patien...
Jaw Correction Eliminates Hip Pain Almost Instantly along with 4 Inch Difference in Hip Height
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Sarita fractured off a 4 tooth brridge and was without it for several weeks. In addition to missing the back teeth Sarita was suffering with severe hip and knee pains. Following root canal treatment and post and cores her bridge was recemented but she had severe pain in her right hip and it was 4 inches higher than her left. An Aqualizer Appliance was used to rebalance her posture by having her...
Occupational Therapist Travels From North Carolina to Chicago for TMD and DNA Appliance Therapy
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Susan Klemm describes why she came to Chicago to see Dr Shapira initially for a Neuromuscular Orthotic for TMD and hen a DNA Appliance as phase 2 treatment. She was very pleased with both medical improvements and esthetics improvements including elimination of Gummy Smile and Dark Buccal Corridors. Contact Dr Shapira Through his website: WWW.ThinkBetterLife.com Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,ABP...
10 Years of Ortho left me with Hearing Loss, Vertigo and Tinnitus. Too Unstable to Drive.
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I came to see Dr Shapira after spending 10 years in Orthodontia that was started because I had hearing loss. By the time I came to Dr Shapira I had Hearing Loss, Tinnitus and Vertigo and I actually was not stable enough to drive. The therapies included an Appliance (Neuromuscular Orthotic and utilization of BNS 40 ULF-TENS)) and redoing my lower teeth the tinnitus is mostly gone, my vertigo is ...
15 years of pain, 8 months TMJoint close -lock , and now pain free continuously! DNA Expansion!
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Devin Discusses how she has been a patient of Dr Shapira for a little over 2 years. When she first came in she had a close-lock dislocation of her jaw in the Right TMJoint. She had been locked for approximately 8 months and I was in a lot of jaw pain. I came in primarily for a lot of TMJ symptoms that have been going on for 10-15 years by the time I got here and unfortunately there was already ...
Locked Jaw: TMJoint Close-Lock corrected! Migraine turned off!
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Melissa explains how she had her locked jaw corrected and her muscle tension relieved. She discussed how she came into Dr Shapira's office and how he did some stretches and it "magically went away!" Actually, he utilized Dr Janet Travell's Spray and Stretch technique to turn off referred Myofascial Pain that felt just like a Migraine. Melissa wears a Unilateral Pivotal Appliance at night and si...
Carl Discusses Positive Changes With DNA Appliance. mRNA Version to "Help Me Age Better"
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Carl read about Growth Appliances in a book and wants to age more gracefully. He has been wearing the appliance for almost two years. The Appliance has helped me with things I did not even know were a problem! I was not sleeping as good as I could and I was not breathing as well as I could! These are being resolved and are much, much better and my quality of life has improved a lot. Wearing upp...
Patient was locked for 2 years and Dr Shapira unlocked her jaw. Follow-up 1 1/2 Years Later
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Patient was locked for 2 years and Dr Shapira unlocked her jaw. Follow-up 1 1/2 Years Later
Amazing Results with MRNA Appliance for 71 year old dentist
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Amazing Results with MRNA Appliance for 71 year old dentist
Dawn Had Locked Jaw for Over a month, unlocked at First Visit
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Dawn Had Locked Jaw for Over a month, unlocked at First Visit
Locking 2 1/2 years ago which Dr Shapira fixed. Follow up after new trauma
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Locking 2 1/2 years ago which Dr Shapira fixed. Follow up after new trauma
TMJ Chicago: Severe Disabling Pain to Pain Free, Long-Term Gold Orthotic after 35 years of TMD
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TMJ Chicago: Severe Disabling Pain to Pain Free, Long-Term Gold Orthotic after 35 years of TMD
Severe TMJ Disorder Relieved.... 23 year Follow up Doing Great!
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Severe TMJ Disorder Relieved.... 23 year Follow up Doing Great!
Vertigo Cured! Tinnitus Cured! Peace in My Head in one visit!
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Vertigo Cured! Tinnitus Cured! Peace in My Head in one visit!
MRNA version of DNA Appliance: Apnea Gone, no longer need CPAP!
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MRNA version of DNA Appliance: Apnea Gone, no longer need CPAP!
DJ Describes changes with neuromuscular orthotic and DNA Appliance
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DJ Describes changes with neuromuscular orthotic and DNA Appliance
Ten Years of Jaw Problems resolved for Speech Pathologist
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Ten Years of Jaw Problems resolved for Speech Pathologist
Travel Spray and Stretch Instructions for Severe Chronic Pain
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Travel Spray and Stretch Instructions for Severe Chronic Pain
Long Term Correction Of TMJ/TMD Problem. Originally treated in approximately 1986
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Long Term Correction Of TMJ/TMD Problem. Originally treated in approximately 1986
DNA Appliance: 2 Years and no TMJ pain! I can eat steak again and feel great!
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DNA Appliance: 2 Years and no TMJ pain! I can eat steak again and feel great!
Exciting positive changes with DNA Appliance
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Exciting positive changes with DNA Appliance
Headaches and Jaw Pain for 40 Years! 5 Weeks Pain Free after my Orthotic.
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Headaches and Jaw Pain for 40 Years! 5 Weeks Pain Free after my Orthotic.
DNA Appliance: My Smile is So Much Wider! No more Jaw (TMJ) Locking. I can now eat easily!
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DNA Appliance: My Smile is So Much Wider! No more Jaw (TMJ) Locking. I can now eat easily!
I should go back to you and take it serious
Does cheeks and face become numb with the spg block ?
Hi what does gag me mean?
Exactly as it sounds setting off a strong gag reflex can often reduce new close lock.
Hello what's the treatment please. I've had closed lock since Jan
When there is a close-lock the first step is to reduce dislocation. The longer you are locked the more damage is done. This can be done with pivotal applliances, joint distraction appliances combined with utilization of protective reflexes (Gag Reflex).You need a doctor who understands process.
Does it help with sleep and anxiety ?
abslutely for a large pecentage of appointments.
I go to a pain Dr $1000 w/ procedure + followup (The office/dr treats it like a occipital pain block). I've ONLY had 3 of them in 3 months including redlight and botox but this pain dr said I shouldn't need it so often and should last for a year. (Yet it doesn't) SPG in conjunction with botox, help to release a locked jaw. It takes down pressure from eyes and occipital headaches and releases jaw muscles and pectorals near 1st rib. How do I learn to do this myself, it's as simple as a covid test but needs to stay in nose for 15mins.
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Hello Dr. Shapira- interested in the sphenopalatine ganglion block method that the patient can perform themselves- can you share?
I have been teaching patients "SASPGB" (google it) since 1986. Like all procedures effectiveness can vary with the patient. This is a very safe procedure that becomes easier to perform with practice. It utilizes Lidocaine Anesthetic placed trans-nasally with cotton tipped catheters and the effect is often extremely rapid. It is used for a wide variety of disorders.
What anaesthetic did you use?
2% Lidocaine (for injection) but used in sterile cotton tippped catheter.
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625Thank you!
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 Thank you sir, do you find lidocaine being more effective than Ropivocain in your practice. I have heard arguments for both. Also in the case of this presentation, how do you think the SPG block is also alleviating the Fibro (body pain)? Do you think that there is some axis the sphenopalatine block works on that attenuates the central sensitisation that is also responsible for the body sensations? I find this quite weird. Thankyou for your videos !
how long does it last
The Beauty of Self-Adminstered SPG Block is they work almost instantly and can be be repeated as often as needed. Google SASPGB to learn more!
Hello doctor do you help with jaw clicking
Looked like she was being held gun point😂
Three Months of being locked in severe pain can have lots of negative effects. This was right after being unlocked. Too bad you didn't get to see the massive Smile when she first opened fully without pain after 3 months of being locked.
Did it cured fibro ?
It is one step of treatment. It gives quick relief and helps with both diagnosis and treatment of this multifaceted issue.
why does she sound like she has a lisp she's not talking properly
What do you find that helps tinnitus the most? I’m trying to figure out if mine is TMJ related or caused by a different issue. I would do anything to fix this.
IOt depends on the source of tinnitus and the type. does your change pith? Is it continuous or does it come and go? What sets it off? Tinnitus can come from Sternocleidomastoid muscle which can be helped. Can also come form Medial Pterygoid musce, TMJoint or may be autonomic.
Pitch changes when I open my jaw wide or move it. It’s continuous if I listen for it. At night and quiet times it’s much more noticeable. Hearing test came back normal. I feel like it’s in both ears and in my head.
Pitch changes are usually indicative of tinnitus being amenable to treatment. This is a page from my website thinkbetterlife.com/ear-pain-ringing-and-congestion-chicago/
Great video. Do you use it everyday?
The goal is always to chronic pain patients into healthy patients. correction of neuromuscular position is a long term answer the use of SPG Blocks is to quickly bring pain under control and give patients a tool to turn off acute severe pain in minutes.. SPG Blocks are typically needed less and less often over time but are always available for quick relief.
is the DNA vivos?
No. When we start a severe TMJ disorder case we always start with a Diagnostic Neuromuscular Orthotic as the first step. I try not to make irreversible changes until a patient is comfortable.
What is the appliance pls?
A Mandibular Neuromuscular Diagnostic Orthotic. ULF-TENS utilized to take and refine bite. K7 used to measure exactly where bite belongs.
Wait are you selling the Vivos (AKA "DNA" mouth expansion device???") I tried that in LA and it's DEFINITELY quack science. Also owned by Vivos whose stock just shot up. Hell to the f.... NO if this if DNA which CANNOT expand an adult pallet. A bunch of baloney! I verified this with USC School of Dentistry and Dr. Vivian Lee Orthodontics.@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625
I have a vivos.. appliance.. just 2 weeks shy of 3 months.. & I sleep horribly still.. no changes except I breath better out of my nose.. that's I still wake up a few times a night... just as exhausted as before 😢
I don't know which appliance you are utilizing. Ideally a well designed appliance should help with your sleep. How severe was your apnea/ UARS on your sleep study? Consider a second sleep study with appliance in place. A vivio appliance is only a part of any treatment. I have been treating sleep apnea with oral appliance for over 40 years.
How can I find someone like you who offers all these treatments? I saw a TMJ specialist, had an orthotic made which made my symptoms worse and he absolutely refuses to do any kind of injections. I've called dozens of pain management places and other tmj/dentist offices and nobody will help me. They act like I'm asking them to commit a crime when asking for trigger point injections in my masseters or any kind of nerve block. It's ridiculous
My practice is in Chicago area. www.ThinkBetterLife.com
Does it keep the mandible in a forward position when the appliance is out? Does it fix your retrognathia when it’s not in?
How long did the pain relief last for? Critical information.
Initially she did the blocks twice a day, later twice a week and then twice a month. to maintain
I heard that the hyperbolic chamber increases your chances of cancer returning. Is that true
Why the name mRNA?
Can TMJ CLICKING JAW LEAD TO MUSCLE PAIN POSSIBLE NEUROPATHY?
A better question is are TMJ joint disorders , muscle pain and neurologic conditions all related. The answer is yes, but not always. The underlying cause may be common for all 3 disorders.
There aren’t any equivalent providers in San Diego ?????
I would suggest going to ICCMO.org to find a Neuromuscular Dentist and then look for one who does DNA/MRNA Appliances
Injections of what substance?
Just lidocaine. I do not utilize Botox.
How did she get the problem in the first place?
This problem developed years before she became my patient. I don't have a thorough understanding of what originally made her seek treatment or exactly what previous dentists did with her mouth. The point is difficult problems do have solutions.
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Thank you for the video. How long on average should someone expect improvement after wearing an orthotic?
Many patients have significant relief immediately. The majority respond quickly over the first few appointments but each and every patient is unique.
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 I really appreciate your answer, so on average would you say 3-4 weeks? Again thank you so much for taking the time to reply, all the best.
I'm so glad for her. There is such low quality of life suffering this.
Could I try tens unit device from cvs ? Do it at home?
Not anywhere on your head! Can be very dangerous!
Great testimony
He needs to see a Neurologist. He needs testing for memory loss
would appreciate a before and after picture so we can see the change thanks
I am more into creating healthy physiology airway etc. Cosmetics while important are secondary effects compared to elimination of pathology.
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 it's one in the same
Got a machine today.tried it a little but will again when I get home. Feels weird but SO different than anything else.even better than the massage gun.
Hi Dr. Shapira, I was wondering if the anxiety relief this patient experienced is a widely observed outcome of treatment, or of it is a less common outlier, since the block is primarily for physical pain such as migraines? Could you roughly estimate what percentage of patients using the self administered route experience such anxiolytic effects? Is it exceedingly common, or more of a rarely observed benefit? I am unfortunately a lifelong sufferer of anxiety and panic disorder. Thank you for reading.
I frequently see anxiety relief and a sense of calm. These are some additional patient videos. ruclips.net/p/PL5ERlVdJLdtlk8PbufsI0l_MzHo4oOb6g
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 Thank you so much for taking the time to reply to my message, it means more than words can describe.
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@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 Absolutely remarkable
I consider the blocks a reset mechanism for the brain. It rebalances the autonomic nervous system that is typically in Sympathetic overload in the presence of pain, anxiety, fear and other distree.
Hi i am from Rockford IL I wonder if this treatment will also serve me as an orthodontic treatment like braces to realign my teeth? and if it does , do you need some type of retainers after the treatment like in when you have braces or you don't?
As you expand the maxilla the teeth have a tendency to naturally correct over crowding are you less likely to need long-term retention. Fine tuning of cosmetics may require Invisalign type treatment.
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 how much does it cost ?
@@venitocamelo6704 Varies but more expensive that standard orthodontic treatment.
Is your balance better did you have vertigo or dizziness
This is Dr Shapira. Balance issues were corrected with combination of Neurosucular correcting AND with the help of a Behavioral OPtometrist.
Pleased to announce I am the new Editor of CRANIO Journal. medical-newsarticles.com/medical_articles/2022/01/leading-chicago-tmj-practitioner-chosen-as-editor-of-cranio-journal-dr-shapira-is-well-known-for-treatment-and-elimination-of-headaches-migraines-trigeminal-neuralgia-tmj-and-sleep-disorders-488257.htm#.YfG8yerMKUk
How long approx will that spg block last? What anesthetic and steroid are you using? I would have expected you to be doing this under CT guidance. Thank you.
The injection is very straight forward and safe. It is imprtan to check for aspiration to make sure you are not in maxillary artery. Can also be done intra-orally. This route deos not go thru muscle so does not require CT guidance. Some doctors prefer to go through the masseter muscle. 2% Lidocaine for the first time but if successful can switch to marcaine (rare) No Steroid. A single injection will usually break the cycle.
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 You're the person I need to talk to. I need to drop your office a line. You wouldn't believe the delays i've had to go through to get my SPG block repeated. Something so simple that is a major game changer, it's just not acceptable for a person to be denied access. thank you very much.
@@ME-bq6lu The best way to contact my office is by e-mail through my website. www.ThinkBetterLife.com
@@thinkbetterlife-orofacialp9625 thank you for taking the time to reply.
Can any TENS machine accomplish this if the stickies are placed in the right spots? Start at low level I assume for short time and increase as needed?
No! You must use ULF-TENS or ultralight low frequency TENS .66Hz Pulses every 1 1/2 seconds to allow membranes to return to normal after pulse Need Rx BNS 40 by Myotronics made for home use
No. They won't accomplish the same effects and may in factn be quite dangerous. Only use TENS on head FDA Approved for that purpose.
I am having the Doctors do mine this week. They use a catheter, and putting 4% Lidocaine thru both nostrils. I have had a headache for almost 40 days straight. Should I go thru with it? Thank You. Are you using Lidocaine?
I usually utilize lidocaine. I typically teach patients to self-administer putting them in control of their own issues.. I would definitely go through with the block. Self-Administration and Suprazygomatic injection are the most effective approaches in my experience.
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