J. Jane, I couldn't agree with you more. I went to an ENT, who told me my pain from outter space .... Meaning it was over the top, was probably TMJ. When I told him that two of the top neuros in town think it is ATN likely caused by dental work, he back tracked super fast. Plus, I don't think the meds I was /am on would help TMJ!

Oddly, later, I got some TMJ on the opposite side and I took Soma briefly and some PT. it was just clicking and mild to moderate pain. Did not last all that long and certainly cold breezes didn't bother it. But a cold breeze really bothers the ATN side!

I personally believe a MRI and maybe an MRA are important.

I think many with TN can have corrective surgery.

And those of us with ATN through trial and error can find good meds to work with. My cream seems to work better and better over time. And I have something for breakthrough pain, so I don't feel as frightened.

you might try. www.livingwithtn.org
I got great info and ideas there!