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Digital X-rays
posted: Mar. 18, 2025.

X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool for any dental professional. X-rays help your endodontist perform a root canal, your orthodontist check the position of a tooth’s root, your oral surgeon Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 11, 2025.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Road Trip!
posted: Mar. 04, 2025.

The bags are packed, the trunk is loaded, the route is programmed into your GPS, the playlist is set, and your destination awaits! Sometimes there’s just nothing more appealing than Read more
Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Feb. 25, 2025.

If a sip of ice water, spoonful of ice cream, or piping hot latte is enough to send shivers up your spine from tooth sensitivity, be assured you are not Read more
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Feb. 18, 2025.

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: Feb. 04, 2025.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Jan. 28, 2025.

the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more
What is hyperdontia?
posted: Jan. 21, 2025.

When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Island Read more
When should a filling be replaced?
posted: Jan. 14, 2025.

There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more
Best Tips to Make Your Teeth Look Whiter
posted: Jan. 07, 2025.

Your teeth were once naturally white and bright. Wouldn't it be great to keep them that way all of your life? Unfortunately, everyday living can dim our smiles. Food, coffee, Read more
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 31, 2024.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more
Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Dec. 24, 2024.

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more
How effective is whitening toothpaste?
posted: Dec. 17, 2024.

The American Dental Association encourages you to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent dental problems such as tooth decay, bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
posted: Dec. 10, 2024.

At Island Dental, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of daily Read more
Dental Visits Are Not So Bad
posted: Dec. 03, 2024.

Many people dread going to the dentist. Dental visits have the reputation of being painful and uncomfortable, and it is common for people to compare unfortunate situations such as having Read more
What to Do When Your Child Has a Loose Tooth
posted: Nov. 26, 2024.

When your child loses a tooth for the first time, you both have a lot to look forward to. Sharing in the “I’m a big kid!” excitement. Tales of the Read more