What is a trigeminal nerve "block"?
A trigeminal nerve block is a procedure performed to relieve pain associated with trigeminal neuralgia, or inflammation of the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal nerve is one of the main nerves in the face, so inflammation of the nerve can cause extremely intense and debilitating pain.
How Is the Procedure Performed?
During the procedure, painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs are injected into the trigeminal nerve area under X-ray or ultrasound guidance. This helps:
A trigeminal nerve block is often prescribed to patients for whom other treatments have not been effective.
FACIAL AND MAXILLOLOGICAL SURGEON
