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How much do orofacial pain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for orofacial pain in the United States is $362,569.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $345,500.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an orofacial pain specialist?

An Orofacial Pain job focuses on diagnosing, managing, and treating chronic pain conditions affecting the face, jaw, and mouth. Specialists in this field address disorders such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, nerve-related pain, headaches, and muscle disorders. They use a combination of medical, dental, and therapeutic approaches, often collaborating with other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an orofacial pain specialist?

To thrive as a specialist in Orofacial Pain, you need advanced clinical expertise in oral and facial anatomy, diagnostic acumen, and typically a DDS or DMD degree with additional postgraduate training in orofacial pain. Familiarity with diagnostic imaging, pain management protocols, and electronic medical record systems is important, along with board certification in orofacial pain from recognized dental boards. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to educate and reassure patients who often have complex, chronic conditions are crucial. These competencies ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and high-quality patient care in a highly specialized dental field.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily routine of an orofacial pain specialist?

Orofacial Pain specialists primarily assess, diagnose, and manage patients with chronic facial pain, temporomandibular disorders, neuropathic pain, and related conditions. Their daily routine often includes conducting comprehensive patient evaluations, collaborating with other dental and medical professionals, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating individualized treatment plans. They may provide a combination of therapeutic interventions, such as medication management, occlusal splints, physical therapy, and patient education. These specialists frequently work in dental clinics, hospitals, or academic settings, and many also engage in research or teaching activities.

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Infographic showing various Orofacial Pain job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $362,569 per year, or $174.3 per hour.

Orofacial Pain Specialist | $220k Retention Bonus

U.S. Navy

Orlando, FL

$88.94 - $110.80/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

Full-Time In-Person | Active-Duty | Not Remote or Telemedicine

Annual Compensation: $185,000 to $230,461

Key Responsibilities:

As a Navy Orofacial Pain Specialist, you’ll diagnose and manage complex pain disorders affecting the head, face, jaw, and temporomandibular region in support of military readiness and clinical care.

You’ll evaluate and treat chronic orofacial pain conditions, temporomandibular disorders, neuropathic pain, and related functional disorders. You’ll coordinate care with dental and medical specialists, develop multidisciplinary treatment plans, and help improve readiness by addressing conditions that impact operational performance.

What You Get:

  • $220,000 Retention Bonus
  • $27,000 Specialty Incentive Pay
  • $8,000 Board Certification Pay
  • No Production Requirements
  • No Insurance or Billing Headaches
  • CME Allowance
  • 30 Days Paid Time Off Annually
  • Government Retirement and Full Federal Benefits
  • 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave (plus convalescent leave as needed)
  • Tax-Advantaged Housing Allowance or On-Base Housing Options
  • Forever GI Bill for You or Your Dependents
  • Full Support Staff and Modern Clinical Facilities
  • All Patient Care Fully Covered

Minimum Requirements:

  • DMD or DDS from a CODA-accredited U.S. program
  • Completion of an Orofacial Pain residency (or equivalent training / in final year)
  • Board certified or board eligible in Orofacial Pain (or in final year)
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Between the ages of 21 and 57 (Federal Law: Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)

Potential Practice Locations:

Maryland, Virginia, California, Washington, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina, and more.

Interested in learning more? Apply today or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

Michael Yalon

Michael.C.Yalon.Mil@US.Navy.Mil

Call/Text: (520) 954-1120

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/myalon/


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