Dr. Fattah provides preventive, restorative and cosmetic dental procedures. His office is also equipped for diagnosis of Orofacial pain and TMJ Disorders. He utilizes modern and interesting techniques such as: Panoramic radiography, TMJ Tomography, Electromyography (EMG), Computer Mandibular Scanning (CMS) and TMJ Electronic Sound Recording (ESR). Prudent utilization of these diagnostic aids are based on the patient's specific condition.

Orofacial pain and TMJ disorders may include one or more of the following methods: oral appliance, electromedicine (electric stimulation), transdermal medicine application, manipulation of the mandibular muscle, trigger points therapy or injections and other applications. The treatment may vary from one case to another based upon the particular diagnosis of the individual's disorder.

The field of dentistry has been evolving rapidly. This would include the management and treatment of the head and neck pain. Pain and dysfunction arise from mild, moderate or severe mal-alignment of the teeth and or jaws. This mal-alignment causes strain and stress of the attached mandibular muscles, ligaments, tendons and joint resulting in pain and disorder in these structures.

One of the commonly known pain problems includes the disorder known as TMD or Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD). TMJ is also called the jaw joint because it's used in all jaw movements. The TMJ is formed by two bones, one at the base of the skull (the temporal bone) and the other is the lower jaw (also called the mandibular process). Attached by ligaments in between these two bones, is a disc that can be displaced, perforated or damaged causing variety of discomfort. Several muscles attach the mandible and temporal bones to the skull; these can become stressed and painful during TMJ.

The most common manifestation of TMD is pain in the jaw joint and associated anatomical structures. However because the TMJ is so close to the ear, it is often described as an earache. Patients usually complain of facial pain and headaches. The pain is generally dull and unilateral. This pain is usually centered in the temple, above and behind the eye, in and around the ear, or in the back of the head. The pain may be associated with instability of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), or clicking with movement of the jaw. Other less obvious symptoms include tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, decreased hearing, itching, or experiencing sinus symptoms.

Proper diagnosis using methods such as radiographs, MRI, and other computerized techniques, is essential for proper treatment planning. Management of Temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain is effectively accomplished using oral appliances to balance the jaw position and physical medicine (therapy) to relax the associated muscles. Other techniques are available for more serious conditions.

Dr. R. A. Abdel-Fattah is an honor graduate of faculty of dentistry in Cairo, Egypt. He earned a Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Florida in Gainesville with emphasis on Biomaterials and a Master in professional Studies with concentration on Biomechanical Trauma from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Abdel-Fattah has published scientific articles and books, one of which is "Evaluating Temporomandibular Injuries".

He is associated with numerous professional organizations such as:

* Member, American Dental Association
* Member, Florida Dental Association
* Member, Atlantic Coast Dental Association
* Member, South Palm Beach Dental Society
* Diplomate, American Board of Orofacial Pain
* Diplomate, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
* Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management
* Diplomate, American Academy of Biomechanical Trauma
* Master, International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics

Dr. Abdel-Fattah has lectured extensively of the subject of Orofacial Pain and TMJ disorders.