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Temporary Smiles for Teens Waiting on Dental Implants
posted: Sep. 06, 2021.

Here's some good news: Teenagers are less likely than adults to lose teeth to dental disease. But there's also a flip side. Teens can still lose teeth, more likely from Read more
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Use the Same Prevention Strategy to Defeat Tooth Decay and Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 27, 2021.

Archeologists can tell us quite a bit about our primitive ancestors. For example, because of their coarse, abrasive diet and a primitive understanding of oral hygiene, their teeth had a Read more
In the Pink
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more
Carbs and Cavities
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

The Good News Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work? Read more
What You can Do to Stop Sugar from Harming Your Health
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Occurrences of obesity and Type 2 diabetes have soared in the last few decades. While there are a number of influencing factors, health officials place most of the blame on Read more
Generic Clear Aligners vs. Invisalign®
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

You may have a talent for home repairs. You may be able to rebuild your computer. You may even be able to put together a whole room of furniture armed Read more
4 Ways Your Child's Dental Health Can Get Off to a Good Start This New School Year
posted: Aug. 07, 2021.

If your kids are getting ready to start back with in-person school this year, you've no doubt began stocking up on new clothes and classroom supplies. Right before school begins Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Vitamins Can Help Keep Your Oral Health in Top Shape
posted: Jul. 28, 2021.

Vitamins play a key role in your body’s health, including your teeth and gums. A vitamin-deficient diet is an invitation to all sorts of disease.But what are vitamins? Although they Read more
More Adults Are Opting for Invisalign®
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

These days it's becoming more and more common to see adults at our Key West, Florida office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners — that is, if you Read more
Thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a perfect smile without metal wires or brackets!
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at Island Dental knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily for Read more
Determining the Right Whitening Approach is Key to Brightening a Dull Smile
posted: Jul. 18, 2021.

Bright, naturally white teeth are a key component in a beautiful smile. But the opposite is also true: nothing diminishes an otherwise attractive smile more than stained or discolored Read more
Invisalign® Q&A
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

It’s estimated that up to four million people at any one time are wearing braces in the United States and Canada. But the doctor and our team at Island Dental Read more
Take Care of Your Teeth and Gums Even While Camping
posted: Jul. 08, 2021.

July is Park and Recreation Month, a great time to pack up the tent, bed roll and camp stove and head for your nearest state or national park. Just don't Read more
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more