I too suffer from facial numbness known as Trigeminal neuralgia( the R. side of my face tingles, mynose lip and teeth go numb,too. In addition, I have Cervicogenic Headaches and Occipital neuralgia, Debilitating Pain that radiates from the base of my skull, to my forehead and behind my R. eye. I need a surgery called Occipital Nerve Decompression, featured on "Good Morning America", but not covered by my Insurance. I'm trying to spread awareness to help others and hopefully fund more research/clinical trials. Lyrica, is a medication that helps with nerve pain, but I Crave Sweets and have gained 20 lbs!! I also, take, Cymbalta and Ultram. Best wishes for you, DW
I experienced the same thing after some dental work, except mine spread to my arms, hands, feet and lower legs and I'm still delaing with it 6 weeks later. I was diagnosed with Myofascia pain dysfunction syndrome in my face. It has to do with the muscles of mastication and the other muscles in your face. I was diagnosed by an Oral Surgeon. Most primary doctors don't know about this particular syndrome because it is a mucoskeletal problem. Physical Therapy helped very much. As long as you are not having any other symptoms, I would go see your dentist or Oral Surgeon. I am a dental hygienist so I know a little bit about this stuff.