I suggest going to a good neurologist or pain management doctor who can diagosis your pain. I think that some TN like pain does start with dental work, or it at least can be aggravated or brought to the surface by it. Try reading all the stickies and go onto the TNA website. Buy the "Striking Back" book and read as much as you can. Be proactive in your health and try to get some answers. Good luck to you and let us know how it goes. You are in a good place. Jen