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Temporomandibular Dysfunction and Facial Pain

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Dr. Padilla started her academic career in 1990, as a professor in Diagnostic Sciences and Orofacial Pain at the University of Costa Rica (UCR). She obtained her DDS in 1989 at UCR, and in 1998 completed a Residency Program in Orofacial Pain at UCLA. In 2005, she obtained her Master’s Degree in Education and Curriculum Design. She was appointed Dean of the Latin American University of Science and Technology’s School of Dentistry in 2005. Dr. Padilla started her clinical practice as a general dentist in 1990, and then dedicated herself solely to Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders. She has a particular commitment to under served populations and is a member of the United Nation’s Online Volunteer team. She has coordinated professional volunteer groups to provide dental care to indigenous communities in Costa Rica and in Western Africa. As an Assistant Director of Online Education at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, she designs programs and academic experiences for working professionals, and contributes with learning innovation and teaching development.

Moderated by:
Armond Kotikian, DDS, MD, FACS
Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Past President, AAMS
Chairman, Continuing Dental Education

  • The Armenian American Medical Society is accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • The Armenian American Medical Society designates this webinar activity for a maximum of (2) hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activities. 
  • These credits may also be applied to the CMA Certification in Continuing Medical Education.
  • The Armenian American Medical Society is accredited by the Dental Board of California Registered Provider #5112 to provide continuing dental education. The Armenian American Medical Society designates this webinar activity for maximum of (2) hours of Continuing Dental Education.