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Special Issue Title:

Orofacial Muscle Activities and Pain

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2026

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  • Guest Editor

    Prof. Frank Lobbezoo, DDS, PhDE-MailWebsite

    Department of Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Interests: Orofacial pain; Temporomandibular disorders; Orofacial movement disorders; Dental sleep disorders

  • Guest Editor

    Asst. Prof. Wendy Knibbe, MScE-MailWebsite

    Department of Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Interests: Orofacial pain; Temporomandibular disorders; Psychological factors; Post-traumatic stress

  • Guest Editor

    Asst. Prof. Merel C. Verhoeff, DDS, MSc, PhDE-MailWebsite

    Department of Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Interests: Orofacial pain; Temporomandibular disorders; Neurodegenerative diseases; Orofacial movement disorders

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,


The special issue is set to explore the complex relationship between various orofacial muscle activities (e.g., bruxism, oral behaviors, dyskinesia, dystonia) and pain. The importance of this special issue lies in its comprehensive exploration of these conditions and their associations, aiming to enhance our understanding and improve management strategies. By integrating the latest research and clinical insights, it intends to equip health professionals with valuable knowledge on assessment techniques, treatment options, and the underlying pathophysiology of these disorders. 


This issue is designed to promote an interdisciplinary approach to patient care, encouraging collaboration among dentists, neurologists, psychologists, and other healthcare providers to develop more effective interventions and enhance patient outcomes. Furthermore, it aims to address the clinical challenges related to orofacial muscle activities and pain, while emphasizing the necessity for ongoing research and innovation in this area. By tackling these critical topics, this special issue seeks to improve pain management and the overall well-being of patients affected by these muscle activities.


Regards,

Frank Lobbezoo, Wendy Knibbe, Merel C. Verhoeff

Keywords

Pain; Bruxism; Oral behaviors; Dyskinesia; Dystonia

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online by submit system. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All papers will be peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Original articles, case reports or comprehensive reviews are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website. Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a double-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Journal of Oral & Facial Pain and Headache is an international peer-reviewed open access journal published by MRE Press. Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript.The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is $2500. We normally offer a discount greater than 30% to all contributors invited by the Editor-in-Chief, Guest Editor (GE) and Editorial board member. Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English.

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