TMJ disorder presents a common challenge for both patients and dentists alike. Dentists often find themselves puzzled by persistent pain even after dental procedures have been completed. This pain can manifest in various areas, including the jaw, head, ears, eyes, neck, and upper or lower back.
Led by Dr. Lolita Flores Fandialan, a pioneer in TMJ disorder management in the Philippines, the CranioMandibular TMD course offers comprehensive training programs both online and in-person at Hop Inn Alabang. This serves as an ongoing invitation to dentists seeking to enhance their understanding and proficiency in managing TMJ disorders.
Dr. Cecil Muer Samiano and I serve as the resource speakers in the TMJ Craniomandibular Training Course.
Participants will delve into the diagnosis, management, and treatment of TMJ disorder signs and symptoms. Currently, the course is in its third batch, with Batch 4 commencing on March 12, 2024, and Batch 5 on May 28, 2024. The curriculum includes 16 online sessions and three hands-on sessions conducted monthly.
Embracing the demand for remote learning, this marks the inaugural launch of online classes, generating significant excitement among students. The decision to go digital was influenced by the diverse geographical locations of students across the Philippines.
The group’s overarching goal is to empower dentists and alleviate patient discomfort, thereby fostering a pain-free quality of life and facilitating easy access to dental care.
Dentists interested in participating can find further information on the CranioMandibular TMD Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551906996042
Together, let’s unlock new possibilities in TMJ disorder management!
Dr. Jeffrey Montoya Sumague, DMD
Dr. Jeffrey Montoya Sumague, DMD, FPFA, is a Doctor of Dental Medicine. He is a product of Centro Escolar University in Mendiola, Manila, trained in Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Craniocervical Craniosacral TMJ and past President of the Philippine Dental Association San Pablo City Chapter in 2019-2020. He is a civic-minded dentist who is a member of JCI 7 Lakes and an avid vlogger serving as broadcaster and past President of Team Positive Philippines, a Fellow of Pierre Fauchard Academy and a social media influencer who has his own YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok channels and finds time to be a Radio DJ/Anchor for J101.5 FM Big Radio. He served as a correspondent for Isyu Balita. He joins Tutubi News Magazine as a contributor delving a variety of subjects.
