[Dental aspects of atypical neuralgia in the maxillofacial region (author's transl)].

The complicated anatomy of the masticatory system with its coordinated functional elements offers a multitude of noxae for atypical neuralgias. More specifically, affections of the pulp, apical periodontopathies with cyst formation, impacted teeth, aggressive osteopathies and malignant growth come into consideration. In addition, dysfunctional unions must be borne in mind. The styloid syndrome also deserves attention. Because of this causal complex the discovery of other puzzling painful conditions needs dental investigation.