Avoid These Foods If You Have TMJ/TMD

A temporomandibular joint disorder can be aggravated by the foods we eat. As we’ve previously mentioned, if you have this condition, it’s best to follow a soft-food diet to alleviate the pain associated with this condition. In addition to telling you what to eat when you have TMJ, Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts is here to tell you what foods you should avoid.

The constant motion of your jaw can aggravate your joint pain when chewy foods are a staple of your diet. This is because your jaw works overtime when you consume chewy foods such as caramel, taffy, chewing gum and tougher cuts of meat and fish (lobster). Types of food to avoid include chewy snacks, fatty foods, and foods that are cut into large pieces. To summarize, any type of food that allows you to open your mouth wide or chew for long periods of time may aggravate your TMJ.

If you have questions or concerns regarding TMJ/TMD, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.elitedentalarts.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts here in New York, NY, call our office at 212-681-0939. 

Nick M. Mobilia, DDS
ELITE  DENTAL ARTS
9 East 45th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10017
(212) 681-0939
drmobilia@EliteDentalArts.com

Tooth Sensitivity

Sensitive teeth have a variety of causes that are best discussed with Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts. Also known as dentin hypersensitivity, tooth sensitivity occurs when the roots of the tooth are exposed and the enamel that protects our teeth becomes thinner. If hot, cold, or very sweet and acidic beverages make your teeth and gums wince, it’s time to schedule a professional exam to get the situation under control.

Tooth sensitivity is primarily caused by poor oral hygiene habits. If you don’t brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day, you’re likely to end up with receded gums. On the other hand, if you have an adequate oral care routine, but brush too vigorously, this will also wear down enamel and make the teeth sensitive. The easiest form of treatment for sensitive teeth is prevention, but solutions such as desensitizing toothpaste, brushing softer, or using fluoride gel could alleviate tooth and gum pain caused by sensitivity.

If you have questions or concerns regarding tooth sensitivity or dental health, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.elitedentalarts.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts here in New York, NY, call our office at 212-681-0939.

Nick M. Mobilia, DDS
ELITE DENTAL ARTS
9 East 45th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10017

(212)681-0939

What is TMD?

The temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects your jaw bone (mandible) to the temporal bones in your skull, in front of each ear.  A general term for any problem or issue with this joint is temporomandibular disorder, or TMD.  Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts can help patients prevent and recover from negative effects of TMD.

Patients that grind or clench their teeth often end up with a sore jaw.  Other patients experience injuries with facial trauma that cause jaw pain, or result in the patient feeling their jaw gets stuck or ‘locks’ in either an open or closed position.  A custom night guard keeps the jaw in a neutral position during sleep, and this helps many patients find relief from TMD symptoms.  For any pain, your dentist may recommend an over-the-counter painkiller or warm and cold compresses.  To prevent further discomfort, you may be assigned stretches for your jaw. 

Whatever your symptoms, you don’t have to suffer with discomfort in your jaw.  To learn more about TMD and the services we provide at the practice, visit www.elitedentalarts.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Nick Mobilia of Elite Dental Arts here in New York, NY, call our office at 212-681-0939.

 Nick M. Mobilia, DDS
ELITE DENTAL ARTS
9 East 45th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10017