Fear or anxiety related to going to the dentist is not uncommon, but in some cases, it can be a significant problem. Dental phobia often causes patients with extreme fear to avoid regular oral exams and cleanings, leading to gum disease and other serious dental problems.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (often referred to TMJ Disorder or TMD) is a condition affecting thousands of people, often resulting in headaches, facial pain, a difficulty with chewing and eating, and other debilitating symptoms. TMJ Disorder is typically caused by an imbalance between the jaw and joint, arthritic inflammation, a general wearing down of the joint, or other issues. If left untreated, it can become worse, causing excruciating pain and interfering with your everyday activities. At Dental Professionals of Fair Lawn, we offer a variety of treatments that can help alleviate the effects of TMJ Disorder. Please contact us today to schedule a consultation to see which treatment is best for you.
TMJ Disorder is often characterized by a clicking or popping of the jaw. The temporomandibular joint helps your jaw to smoothly move when talking, eating, or yawning. If the joint becomes irritated from overuse, imbalance, arthritis, or other causes, the jaw can become separated from the joints and muscles, causing pain in the head and neck area. In some cases, patients might not realize they are suffering from TMJ Disorder. Regular oral exams can help to ensure TMJ Disorder is caught and treated before it gets worse. Some signs and symptoms of TMJ Disorder include:
If you are experiencing some or all of the symptoms listed above, you may have TMJ Disorder. Once diagnosed, we will be able to assist you in treating the disorder. These options can help you to greatly reduce the uncomfortable symptoms associated with TMJ Disorder. One of our experienced dentists will assess you in order to select the treatment option that best meets your needs. Some potential treatment options are:
Dr. Mendia is a Dentist Anesthesiologist and the founder of the Advanced Dental Anesthesia Services Group. A New Jersey native, he attended Rutgers University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Nutrition. He then earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Directly following Dental School, Dr. Mendia completed a rigorous postdoctoral residency program in Dental Anesthesiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Dr. Mendia’s anesthesia training involved hospital rotations through various specialties providing general anesthesia in the areas of dentistry, general surgery, otolaryngology (ENT), pediatrics and obstetrics. Lastly, he received specialized training for office-based anesthesia.
Today, Dr. Mendia has found his niche in ambulatory anesthesia with pediatric and special needs patients. He is also a local, national and international guest lecturer who provides continuing education courses on sedation and medical emergencies in the dental office.
Dr. Mendia is a Diplomate of the National Board of Dental Anesthesiology and a Fellow of the American Society of Dental Anesthesiology. In addition, he is also a part of the following: American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists,
New Jersey Dental Association, and American Dental Association. He holds certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and is a Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, training local dental offices for certification.
Get to Know Dr. Mendia:
Dr. Mendia resides in northern New Jersey with his wife and three children, all of which keep him very busy! A fun fact about Dr. Mendia, is that he loves following the weather and when he was younger, he wanted to be a meteorologist! His personal interests vary; he enjoys taking the kids to the zoo and Central Park; in the Fall you’ll find him at sporting events. He enjoys traveling to Long Beach Island and to warmer climates in the Winter.
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