This lecture outlines a practical approach to managing temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in dental practice using the framework “Treat, Refer, Reassure.” It addresses the diagnostic and treatment challenges commonly associated with TMD and aims to provide clinicians with a structured approach to assessment and decision-making. The lecture also emphasizes patient education and self-management. Key topics include first-line treatment strategies, criteria for referral to specialists, and the role of multidisciplinary and surgical interventions in appropriate cases.

Doors open 6.30pm

Lecture 7.30pm

Dr. Marianne Henien BDS(Hons) MOralSurg RCS(Eng) FHEA

Consultant in Oral Surgery , Guys & St Thomas Hospital (London, UK)

Marianne qualified from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, in July 2012. She went on to undertake her foundation and core training in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery in a number of London hospitals including UCLH, GOSH, Eastman Dental and Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital. Marianne successfully completed her specialist training…