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ReviewJournal of oral biology and craniofacial research

Biomarkers in orofacial pain conditions: A narrative review.

Mervin Harris, Saranya Sreekumar, Bindhu Paul, Venkitachalam Ramanarayanan, Suresh Nayar, Pramod Subash, Anil Mathew

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Review in Journal of oral biology and craniofacial research. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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7 authors.

Mervin HarrisDepartment of Prosthodontics, Amrita School of Dentistry, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Kochi, Kerala, 682041, India.
Saranya SreekumarDepartment of Prosthodontics, Amrita School of Dentistry, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Kochi, Kerala, 682041, India.
Bindhu PaulAmrita School of Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Kochi, Kerala, 682041, India.
Venkitachalam RamanarayananDepartment of Public Health Dentistry, Amrita School of Dentistry, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India.
Suresh NayarUniversity of Alberta - Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Alberta Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Pramod SubashDepartment of Cleft & Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Amrita School of Dentistry, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Kochi, Kerala, 682041, India.
Anil MathewDepartment of Prosthodontics, Amrita School of Dentistry, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Kochi, Kerala, 682041, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Orofacial pain conditions, including temporomandibular disorder, migraine, dental pain, and trigeminal neuralgia, are complex, multifactorial disorders with significant impacts on patients' quality of life. As understanding of the pathophysiology of these conditions has deepened, the role of molecular and genetic biomarkers in diagnosing, monitoring, and potentially treating orofacial pain has garnered increasing interest. This scoping review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on biomarkers associated with orofacial pain conditions. By analyzing existing literature, we identify key biomarkers linked to inflammation, neural activity, and tissue degradation that are common across multiple conditions, as well as those specific to particular disorders. Our findings underscore the potential of these biomarkers to guide the development of personalized therapeutic strategies. However, the review also highlights the challenges faced by current biomarker research, including heterogeneity in study designs, small sample sizes, and a lack of longitudinal data. Addressing these challenges is critical for translating biomarker research into clinical practice and improving outcomes for patients with orofacial pain.

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Biological markersCytokinesMigraine disordersTemporomandibular joint disordersTrigeminal neuralgia

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PMCPMC11875180

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