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Dr. Kenneth Fan

DDS16+ years in practice

Orofacial PainBoard certifiedVerified
4.0
159 reviews on Google
About Dr. FanCredentials & background

Documented experience

16+
Years in practice
1
Board certification

Dr. Kenneth Fan is a board-certified Diplomate in Orofacial Pain, credentialed by the American Board of Orofacial Pain (Certification #ABOP1410, earned 2016). He practices at the JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic, providing specialty-level care for the military community at one of the largest Air Force installations in the country. Achieving ABOP Diplomate status requires passing a rigorous written and oral examination that tests mastery of facial pain anatomy, neuroscience, temporomandibular disorders, and evidence-based treatment protocols. This designation is held by a very small number of dentists nationwide, placing Dr. Fan among a limited group of formally recognized orofacial pain specialists. For active-duty service members, retirees, and their dependents dealing with jaw pain, facial discomfort, headaches linked to dental structures, or temporomandibular disorders, Dr. Fan brings the specific training required to accurately diagnose conditions that general dentists routinely refer out. His 2016 board certification reflects a sustained commitment to this complex, multidisciplinary field.

Board certifications

  1. American Board of Orofacial Pain

    2016

    Board certified · Active

  2. NPI registered

    2010

    National Plan and Provider Enumeration System

Lackland Air Force Base

16 years in practice

Lackland Air Force Base, TX 78236, , TX 78236(210) 671-1110(210) 539-7866

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Documented practice signals

What sets Dr. Fan's practice apart

Board-certified ABOP Diplomate in Orofacial Pain (Certification #ABOP1410, 2016), a designation held by a small number of dentists nationwide
Specialty orofacial pain care delivered within the JBSA Lackland AFB military dental system, serving active-duty personnel and their families

Patient experience

Provider care

  • Dr. Fan practices within the JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic, a military installation dental facility serving active-duty service members, retirees, and their dependents in the San Antonio area
  • As one of the few board-certified orofacial pain Diplomates embedded within a military treatment facility, Dr. Fan brings specialist-level diagnostic capability to a population that frequently presents with musculoskeletal and pain conditions at elevated rates
  • His ABOP board certification, earned in 2016, signals a depth of training in temporomandibular disorders, facial neuralgia, and related conditions that extends well beyond the standard dental curriculum
  • Specific patient review themes are not available at this time to characterize the patient experience in further detail
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Fan accept commercial dental insurance?
Dr. Fan practices at the JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic, a U.S. military installation. Access to care is generally limited to active-duty service members, military retirees, and eligible dependents served through military dental benefit programs. No commercial in-network insurance plans have been listed for this practice. Contact the clinic directly at (210) 539-7866 to confirm eligibility and coverage before scheduling.
What does it mean that Dr. Fan is an ABOP board-certified Diplomate in Orofacial Pain?
The American Board of Orofacial Pain Diplomate credential is the highest formal certification in this specialty. Earning it requires passing a comprehensive examination covering pain neuroscience, temporomandibular disorders, headache medicine, and related fields. Dr. Fan earned Certification #ABOP1410 in 2016, identifying him as a peer-reviewed specialist who has met the clinical standards the profession sets for diagnosing and managing complex facial pain conditions.
What kinds of conditions does an orofacial pain specialist evaluate?
Orofacial pain specialists focus on conditions including temporomandibular disorders, chronic jaw and facial pain, headaches linked to dental and jaw structures, facial neuralgia, and pain that persists after routine dental procedures. These conditions require advanced training in pain pathways and overlapping medical causes to diagnose correctly. General dentists typically refer these cases out. Dr. Fan's ABOP board certification confirms he has met the specialty standard for this work.
How is orofacial pain different from a typical toothache?
A toothache usually has a clear structural cause such as decay, infection, or a cracked tooth that a general dentist can identify and treat. Orofacial pain involves complex conditions of the jaw joints, muscles, and nerves where the origin is less obvious. Dr. Fan specializes in this diagnostic complexity, serving patients who have completed dental treatment but still experience persistent jaw, facial, or head pain with no clear explanation.
Who can be seen at the JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic?
The JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic is a military installation facility. Eligibility for care is generally limited to active-duty military personnel, military retirees, and authorized dependents. If you are uncertain about your eligibility or whether specialist access is available to you, contact the clinic directly at (210) 539-7866 to ask about current scheduling options.
Do I need a referral to see an orofacial pain specialist at a military dental clinic?
Military dental care systems typically require a referral from a primary care provider or staff general dentist before scheduling with a specialist. Because Dr. Fan practices within the JBSA Lackland AFB Dental Clinic, referral requirements follow that installation's protocols. Contact the clinic at (210) 539-7866 to learn the current process for accessing orofacial pain specialty care.

Why a specialist

Why see an orofacial pain specialist?

Orofacial pain is a dental specialty dedicated to diagnosing and treating pain conditions of the face, jaw, head, and neck that arise from dental and oral structures. General dentists manage routine dental disease effectively, but conditions such as temporomandibular disorders, chronic headaches of oral origin, and neuropathic facial pain require advanced specialty training to diagnose accurately. Without that expertise, misdiagnosis is common and often leads to unnecessary procedures or prolonged unresolved pain. Dr. Fan holds board certification from the American Board of Orofacial Pain, one of the most rigorous credentialing pathways in dentistry. Patients who have visited multiple providers without a clear explanation for their jaw pain, facial discomfort, or related symptoms gain the most from evaluation by a provider who has documented, peer-reviewed expertise at this level.

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