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Let’s Make Halloween Treats Less Tricky!
posted: Oct. 28, 2025.

If the scariest part of Halloween in Key West, Florida is trying to figure out which treats are braces-friendly and which treats are braces-frightful, we have a fiendishly simple suggestion Read more
Most Valuable Dental Treatments
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.

At Island Dental, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to be the most Read more
Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
posted: Oct. 14, 2025.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more
October Is Orthodontic Health Month!
posted: Oct. 07, 2025.

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Key West, Florida, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic Read more
Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: Sep. 30, 2025.

Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more
Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Sep. 23, 2025.

Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Sep. 16, 2025.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more
The Consequences of Sports and Energy Drinks
posted: Sep. 09, 2025.

They’re refreshing and tasty. They’re easy to find and pretty cheap. They help us get through a long day or a long workout. They’re everywhere. We know it’s hard to say Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 02, 2025.

Can you believe it's already September? At Island Dental, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the warning Read more
Root Canal Recovery
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.

Anyone who has had a compromised tooth knows that the amount of discomfort it causes can be extremely unpleasant. Although no one looks forward to a root canal, this procedure Read more
Understanding Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.

If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put Read more
I’m on a diet and getting MORE cavities!
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.

Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more
What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Isn’t on Schedule
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! If the Tooth Fairy is a treasured part of your child’s life, you’re just in time to celebrate! But what to do when Read more
Be Prepared!
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.

When you’re busy at work or school, when you’re on vacation, when you’re on the road to adventure—preparation helps everything go smoothly. Especially when the unexpected happens! So, how can Read more
Radiation and the Safety of Dental X-Rays
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.

It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental Read more
Double Duty
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.

If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your Read more