Trigeminal Neuralgia

Severe, electric shock like facial pain relief.

What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?

Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from your face to your brain. Even mild stimulation of your facesuch as brushing your teeth or putting on makeu may trigger a jolt of excruciating pain.

What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?

Common Symptoms

Sudden intense one sided facial pain

Attacks lasting seconds to minutes

Triggered by touch, cold, chewing

Electric shock sensations

Causes & Risk Factors

If your trigeminal neuralgia has lasted more than 4–6 weeks, is worsening, disturbing your sleep, or affecting daily activity please book a consultation.

Treatments We Offer

FAQs

Depending on the treatment, relief can be felt within hours to a few weeks. Your doctor will explain the timeline that applies to your specific case.

The majority of trigeminal neuralgia cases are managed without surgery. Interventional pain procedures most performed as day-care are usually the first line.