Michail Koutris

Michail Koutris is an Associate Professor at the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, specializing in the Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction department. His research focuses on temporomandibular disorders, bruxism, neuropathic pain mechanisms, and clinical practices in oral health. He teaches courses including Clinic Year 1-3 and Dental Sleep Medicine, emphasizing hands-on training and clinical applications.

Research interests span systematic reviews of trauma impacts on oral health, historical analyses of bruxism, and psychological factors influencing tactile acuity. His work integrates clinical guidelines with evidence-based practice, addressing complex oral pain conditions.

Recent publications highlight temporomandibular disorder management, bruxism epidemiology, and neuropathic pain diagnostics. Collaborations include the International Network for Orofacial Pain and Related Disorders (INfORM), advancing standardized clinical care. Supervised three PhD theses in orofacial pain and dysfunction, contributing to translational research.