Common questions about orofacial pain care
Where is the San Francisco office located?
The practice is located at 450 Sutter Street, Suite 2042, in San Francisco—directly across from Union Square, a short walk from the Financial District. Self-parking is available in the 450 Sutter Garage, with online booking via SpotHero, and the Powell Street BART/MUNI station is two blocks away.
Do you accept insurance?
See the fees & insurance page for the full fee schedule and billing details.
Is telehealth available from the San Francisco office?
Yes. Telehealth is available to patients anywhere in California for initial consultations, follow-up visits, and second opinions. Learn more on the telehealth page.
How long is a first visit?
Initial appointments are typically longer than follow-up visits, to allow time for a comprehensive intake, history, and exam.
How should I prepare for my first appointment?
If you have prior imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT), bloodwork, or records from a referring provider, please bring them or have your provider send them to our office ahead of your visit. If you currently wear any oral appliance—a night guard, splint, or other device—please bring it with you as well. This helps us build a complete picture from the very first visit.
Do I need a referral to be seen?
No referral is required. You're welcome to reach out directly, and many patients are self-referred. If you do have a referring dentist or physician, we're happy to coordinate with them and send updates on your care.
What happens after I join the waitlist?
You'll receive a confirmation, and our team will reach out as scheduling opens—prioritizing patients based on when they joined and the urgency of their situation. Joining the waitlist doesn't commit you to anything; it simply reserves your place as we open up availability.
What conditions do you treat?
TMJ disorders, chronic headaches and migraines with a jaw component, facial nerve pain, bruxism, and sleep-related breathing issues. Visit our What We Treat page for a full overview of each condition.
Do you treat children, or only adults?
Dr. Kruman treats patients of all ages, from children to adults. Orofacial pain conditions like TMJ disorders, bruxism, and headaches can affect younger patients too, and early evaluation often leads to better long-term outcomes.
How long does TMJ treatment take?
There's no one-size-fits-all timeline. Treatment is personalized to each patient and often combines several modalities—oral appliances, physical medicine, targeted pharmacology, and more—depending on what's actually driving your symptoms. For chronic pain in particular, the goal usually isn't eliminating every trace of pain; it's managing it well enough that it takes up less and less space in your daily life, so you can get back to doing the things you love.
Looking for a deeper explanation of orofacial pain as a specialty? Dr. Kruman's website has more on what orofacial pain is and how it's diagnosed.
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