NOVA Facial Pain, TMD & Dental Sleep Medicine - Carol Gabriel

NOVA Facial Pain, TMD & Dental Sleep Medicine is a dedicated clinic located at 5222 Rolling Rd, Burke, VA 22015, providing highly specialized care in the fields of orofacial pain, temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), and dental sleep medicine. The practice is spearheaded by Dr. Carol Gabriel (née Hezkial), a distinguished professional holding a DDS degree, and recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (FAAOP) and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain (DABOP). Dr. Gabriel completed extensive training, including a 2-year Orofacial Pain Residency program at the University of Kentucky, where she managed over 1300 patients suffering from conditions such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Snoring and various TMD-related disorders. Her expertise extends to a wide array of oral medical conditions, including myofascial pain, dystonia, burning mouth syndrome, central post-stroke pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and post-radiation oral cancer. She is also skilled in managing atypical facial pain like Trigeminal Neuralgia, headaches attributed to TMDs, and neuropathic pain disorders, and is trained in smoke cessation and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The clinic's mission is to deliver the highest quality of care for patients, employing an interdisciplinary team approach to enhance jaw function, reduce orofacial pain, and improve sleep health using state-of-the-art treatment techniques. Orofacial Pain became an ADA recognized specialty on March 31, 2020, highlighting the clinic's focus on evidence-based understanding, prevention, and treatment of these complex disorders. Services offered at NOVA Facial Pain, TMD & Dental Sleep Medicine include, but are not limited to, splint therapy, diagnostic and therapeutic injections, pharmacological treatment, Oral Appliance Therapy for snoring and sleep apnea, and nerve blocks. Dr. Gabriel is also known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, striving to listen to patients' needs and treating them with empathy and skill. Patient testimonials consistently praise her thorough explanations, attentiveness, and effectiveness in managing chronic pain and sleep issues. The clinic emphasizes conservative care, only resorting to surgical intervention for TMD in a small percentage of cases, and collaborates with oral surgeons when necessary.