{"id":1168,"date":"2026-07-20T12:25:48","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T12:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drgarciazamarronneuro.com\/?page_id=1168"},"modified":"2026-10-17T23:24:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-17T23:24:47","slug":"neuralgia-del-trigemino","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drgarciazamarronneuro.com\/en\/neuralgia-del-trigemino\/","title":{"rendered":"Trigeminal Neuralgia (Facial Pain)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Facial Pain & Trigeminal Neuralgia Specialist \u2014 Minutes from El Paso<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Facial Pain & Cranial Nerve Specialist<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

\u00a0Dr. Jos\u00e9 Ra\u00fal Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Trigeminal neuralgia is an intense, brief and sudden facial pain\u2014often described as an electric shock\u2014on one side of the face, caused by irritation of the trigeminal nerve. Dr. Jos\u00e9 Ra\u00fal Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n, a neurosurgeon in Ciudad Ju\u00e1rez, evaluates and treats facial pain with medical and surgical management at Hospital \u00c1ngeles.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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CONDITIONS TREATED<\/h3>

Trigeminal Neuralgia and Facial Pain<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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UNDERSTANDING THE CONDITION<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

What Is Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Why Does It Happen?<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Trigeminal neuralgia is a neuropathic facial pain condition caused by irritation of the trigeminal nerve, which provides sensation to the forehead, cheek, and jaw. In most cases, it's caused by a blood vessel compressing the nerve where it exits the brainstem.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Causes of Trigeminal Neuralgia<\/h3>

The most common cause is nerve compression by a blood vessel (classic form), present in roughly 75% of cases; less commonly, it's associated with multiple sclerosis or a space-occupying lesion (secondary form).<\/p>\n

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Dental Pain or Trigeminal Neuralgia: How to Tell Them Apart<\/h3>

Unlike tooth pain, trigeminal neuralgia pain is fleeting, triggered by light stimuli, and doesn't improve with dental treatment \u2014 which is why many patients see a dentist first before receiving the correct diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Is This Facial Pain Normal? Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Trigeminal neuralgia pain occurs on only one side of the face, is sharp and very brief, and is often triggered by everyday actions like chewing, talking, brushing teeth, or a gust of air. Not all facial pain is the same, and some cases call for evaluation without delay.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Common Symptoms of Facial Pain<\/h3>

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If you experience any of these signs, go immediately to the nearest emergency room or call 911.<\/p>\n

If you're already a patient of Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n, please also let us know at 656 657 7818 or 656 315 1115 so we can coordinate your care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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How Trigeminal Neuralgia Is Diagnosed<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Trigeminal neuralgia is diagnosed primarily on clinical grounds \u2014 based on the characteristics and pattern of the pain. An MRI with trigeminal-specific sequences is used to identify nerve compression and rule out other causes before deciding on treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

MRI in the Evaluation of Facial Pain<\/h3>

A specialized evaluation and imaging studies help pinpoint the source of the pain and build a treatment plan tailored to your case.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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FACIAL PAIN NEUROSURGERY SPECIALIST<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Treatment and Surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia \u2014 Minutes from El Paso<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Treatment for trigeminal neuralgia starts with medication, and when the pain isn't controlled or the medication isn't well tolerated, surgical options are considered. Based on your case, Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n determines the most appropriate strategy, from medical management through surgery.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Medical Treatment<\/h3><\/div>\n

Carbamazepine and oxcarbazepine are the first-line medications for trigeminal neuralgia pain. When they stop being effective or aren't well tolerated, surgical treatment is considered.\"<\/p>\n

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Surgery is considered when pain stops responding to medication or when side effects make it impossible to continue taking it.<\/p>\n

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Trigeminal Microvascular Decompression<\/h3><\/div>\n

Microvascular decompression is the only procedure that treats the underlying cause of classic trigeminal neuralgia: it separates the blood vessel compressing the nerve, and it offers the most lasting pain relief.<\/p>\n

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Percutaneous Trigeminal Rhizotomy<\/h3><\/div>\n

Percutaneous rhizotomy is an advanced surgical treatment for trigeminal pain that targets the nerve through a needle puncture, without the need for a craniotomy.<\/p>\n

Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n performs all three techniques \u2014 balloon, glycerol, and radiofrequency \u2014 an alternative considered especially based on the patient's age and overall health.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED NEUROSURGEON<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Dr. Jos\u00e9 Ra\u00fal Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Specialist in Trigeminal and Cranial Nerve Disorders<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

I'm an internationally trained neurosurgeon specializing in facial pain and cranial nerve disorders, minutes from El Paso in Ciudad Ju\u00e1rez. I combine precise diagnosis with high-precision technology to treat complex conditions, with the goal of correcting the condition while altering healthy tissue as little as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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VERIFIED PATIENT REVIEWS<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

What Patients Say About Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Patient trust is part of what backs Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n's practice \u2014 he maintains a 5.0 rating across 398 reviews on Doctoralia.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trigeminal Neuralgia<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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What is trigeminal neuralgia?<\/h3>

Trigeminal neuralgia is intense, brief facial pain, similar to an electric shock, affecting one side of the face. It occurs when the trigeminal nerve \u2014 the fifth cranial nerve \u2014 becomes irritated, often due to a blood vessel compressing it. The pain is typically triggered by everyday actions like chewing or talking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

What are the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia?<\/h3>

Symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia include episodes of sharp, very brief facial pain on only one side of the face, described as an electric shock. The pain occurs suddenly and is often triggered by chewing, talking, brushing teeth, or light skin contact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

What causes trigeminal neuralgia?<\/h3>

The most common cause of trigeminal neuralgia is nerve compression by a blood vessel where it exits the brainstem, present in roughly 75% of cases. Less commonly, it's associated with multiple sclerosis or a space-occupying lesion, which is evaluated with an MRI.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

How do I tell the difference between a toothache and trigeminal neuralgia?<\/h3>

Unlike a toothache, trigeminal neuralgia pain is fleeting, shock-like, and triggered by light stimuli such as talking or touching the face. It doesn't improve with dental treatment. That's why many patients see a dentist first before receiving the correct diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

How can trigeminal facial pain be relieved?<\/h3>

Trigeminal facial pain is first managed with medication: international guidelines recommend carbamazepine and oxcarbazepine as first-line treatment. When the pain stops responding or the medication isn't well tolerated, surgical treatment is considered. Management is always based on an individual evaluation of the case.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Is trigeminal neuralgia curable?<\/h3>

Trigeminal neuralgia is treatable, and many patients achieve long-lasting relief from pain. Microvascular decompression is the only technique that treats the underlying cause and offers the most lasting relief, when the case allows. Results vary from person to person, and no option guarantees an outcome.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

When does trigeminal neuralgia require surgery?<\/h3>

Surgery for trigeminal neuralgia is considered when pain stops responding to medication or when side effects make it impossible to continue taking it. It doesn't depend on pain intensity alone, but on the response to medical treatment. The decision is always based on a specialized evaluation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

What is microvascular decompression?<\/h3>

Microvascular decompression is a surgery that separates the blood vessel compressing the trigeminal nerve, placing a small cushioning material between them. It's the only procedure that treats the underlying cause of classic trigeminal neuralgia and offers the most lasting pain relief. Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n performs this procedure in Ciudad Ju\u00e1rez, minutes from El Paso.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

What alternatives exist for trigeminal pain besides decompression surgery?<\/h3>

Besides microvascular decompression, there's percutaneous rhizotomy, which targets the nerve through a needle puncture, using balloon, glycerol, or radiofrequency techniques. Among these, balloon compression tends to offer more lasting relief. Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n performs these techniques; radiosurgery is another option in this field.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Where does Dr. Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n treat facial pain?<\/h3>

Dr. Jos\u00e9 Ra\u00fal Garc\u00eda Zamarr\u00f3n, a neurosurgeon specializing in facial pain, sees patients minutes from El Paso in Ciudad Ju\u00e1rez and operates at Hospital \u00c1ngeles. The initial consultation takes place at his office, and trigeminal neuralgia surgery is performed at the hospital. You can schedule by phone or WhatsApp.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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