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Dr. Mitchell V. Karl, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Karl has been practicing in the field of dentistry for 31 years. He graduated from NYU Dental School in 1981, and completed a general practice residency program at Monmouth Medical Center the following year. The F.A.G.D. (Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry) honor was awarded to him in 1986. Prior to dental school, Dr. Karl attended Rutgers University. He graduated Rutgers College with Phi Beta Kappa, and Honors in Biochemistry as a Henry Rutgers Scholar.
Dr. Karl has been servicing the central New Jersey area in the private practice of dentistry since November 1983, maintaining staff affiliation with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick.
Dr. Karl has been servicing the central New Jersey area in the private practice of dentistry since November 1983, maintaining staff affiliation with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick.
Dr. Mitchell V. Karl, DDS
- East Brunswick, New Jersey
- New York University College of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
Head, Neck, and Face Pains
Most people have experienced a "toothache" at one time or another. Have you ever wondered why some aches seem to go away and others do not? How can you determine when it is wise...
Biting down on side of cheek when eating
It sounds as if you have a chronic swelling from continued biting of the affected cheek area. There may have been some shifting or movement of the teeth that would lead to this READ MORE
It sounds as if you have a chronic swelling from continued biting of the
affected cheek area. There may have been some shifting or movement of the
teeth that would lead to this problem. It may be possible to reshape some
of the teeth that are causing you to bite your cheek. We would try to have
the cheek deflect off of the teeth, instead of getting caught between
them. Good luck with your treatment.
Mitchell Karl
affected cheek area. There may have been some shifting or movement of the
teeth that would lead to this problem. It may be possible to reshape some
of the teeth that are causing you to bite your cheek. We would try to have
the cheek deflect off of the teeth, instead of getting caught between
them. Good luck with your treatment.
Mitchell Karl
Food getting stuck behind wisdom teeth
You basically have three options. One would be to extract the third molar, thus eliminating the problem completely. The second option is to remove the flap of gum tissue under READ MORE
You basically have three options. One would be to extract the third molar,
thus eliminating the problem completely. The second option is to remove
the flap of gum tissue under which the food gets lodged. This may or may
not grow back over time. So it is not as predictable as the extraction
option. Lastly, depending upon how often and to what degree the food
collection occurs, you could try debriding the area with instruments like a
rubber tip and/or water pik, and then select one of the other options if
your problem continues. One last thing, you should allow your dentist to
visually check the area to confirm that a gum infection has not developed
as a result of the food impaction.
thus eliminating the problem completely. The second option is to remove
the flap of gum tissue under which the food gets lodged. This may or may
not grow back over time. So it is not as predictable as the extraction
option. Lastly, depending upon how often and to what degree the food
collection occurs, you could try debriding the area with instruments like a
rubber tip and/or water pik, and then select one of the other options if
your problem continues. One last thing, you should allow your dentist to
visually check the area to confirm that a gum infection has not developed
as a result of the food impaction.
Is water-flossing as effective as regular flossing?
Water flossing is effective to remove large particles of food from between the teeth. It does not effectively remove the plaque layer that flossing can physically remove. I prefer READ MORE
Water flossing is effective to remove large particles of food from between the teeth. It does not effectively remove the plaque layer that flossing can physically remove. I prefer to use a rubber tip stimulator between the teeth to both remove the plaque layer AND stimulate the gum tissues simultaneously. Also, only one hand is needed to use the tip, versus two hands to use conventional flossing techniques. The use of floss picks help to resolve this issue, but I still prefer the use and advantages of using the rubber tip.
I can't fix my teeth sensitivity. What do I do?
There may be many different reasons for your tooth sensitivity. A complete dental history and examination would be needed in order to answer your question with any degree of accuracy READ MORE
There may be many different reasons for your tooth sensitivity. A complete dental history and examination would be needed in order to answer your question with any degree of accuracy and to offer meaningful suggestions. Feel free to contact our office if you want to pursue this further. Thanks.
Clicking in my jaw
It is one of several options of "normal" things to do. You can also seek the expertise of a dentist trained with TMJ/TMD experience. You can read our web page for more information READ MORE
It is one of several options of "normal" things to do. You can also seek the expertise of a dentist trained with TMJ/TMD experience. You can read our web page for more information as to how we handle jaw popping, clicking, and pain. Good luck.
Very swollen and red gums after routine dental cleaning
You should call your dental office to be seen again. It is not possible to diagnose your situation without a visual exam. The list of possible reasons are too broad to give an READ MORE
You should call your dental office to be seen again. It is not possible to diagnose your situation without a visual exam. The list of possible reasons are too broad to give an answer that has any real accuracy. So call your dental office and request to be seen.
