Numb lips, a bitten cheek, slurred words. For years dentists haven't had much choice about causing such temporary discomforts with a nerve block in patients needing mandibular procedures. But recent ...

Numb chin syndrome (NCS) is a rare sensory neuropathy of the mental nerve. Because oral healthcare professionals are often the first to encounter patients with this condition, they should recognize ...

A numb chin is generally a sign of a disorder within the nerves of the face. It may point to numb chin syndrome, which causes a numb chin, lips, teeth, or gums. The causes of numb chin vary widely.