You may already know about dental implants and its numerous benefits to patients with missing teeth. But what about the All-on-4 Marco Island dental implants? If all your natural teeth are missing, this type of dental implants can fully restore your smile. All-on-4 Dental Implants vs. Traditional Dentures Dentures are a very common dental restoration[...]

A routine dental checkup with your dentist can uncover important aspects of your health. Your dentist may be the first to notice symptoms of diabetes, bruxism, gum disease, or even oral cancer. This is why visiting a family dentist at least twice a year should be a priority for every member of your family. If[...]

Orthodontics treats malocclusion that results in an improper bite. Orthodontic treatment can be cosmetic, to improve one’s appearance, but generally, it aims to improve oral function. Orthodontics Marco Island bot only helps improve your appearance. It can also lead to better chewing and speed function and protect teeth from decay or damage in some cases.[...]

When it comes down to dental surgery, there are many decisions you need to make especially in terms of choosing the right surgeon to perform your surgery. While many dentists are equipped in performing numerous oral surgical procedures, some oral doctors focus specifically on oral surgeries. If your dentist recommends you undergo oral surgery Marco[...]

If you have missing teeth, dentures in Marco Island is a great replacement solution. At Island Paradise Dental, we are committed to getting you the best oral health for many years to come! Benefits of Wearing Dentures Wearing dentures improves aesthetics as it replaces missing teeth, providing support for the lips, cheeks, and corrects the[...]

Keeping your mouth clean by flossing and brushing can reduce the risk of gum disease. It’s estimated that poor oral hygiene contributes to the early stages of gum disease. Getting a professional teeth cleaning in Marco Island will significantly enhance your smile! Why Should I Get a Teeth Cleaning? What most of us don’t realize[...]

Pregnancy nearly affects all aspect of a woman’s life and that includes her oral health. Taking care of your oral health while pregnant should be a top priority as changes in hormone levels increase the risk of oral health problems including pregnancy tumors and gum disease. For many women, morning sickness is a part of[...]

Carbamide peroxide is a water-soluble, white crystalline solid compound consisting of urea – an organic compound, and hydrogen peroxide. It is used as a bleaching agent or disinfectant in consumer products such as antiseptic mouth rinses, toothpaste, solution for the disinfection of contact lenses and wounds, hair bleaches, hair perming products, ear drops, and hair[...]

What is “pericoronitis”? Pericoronitis is the inflammation of the tissue surrounding a third molar, known as wisdom tooth. Pericoronitis can develop when wisdom teeth partially break through the gums. This allows an opening for bacteria to enter around the tooth and wreak havoc. If it remains there, this may lead to gum irritation. Your dentist[...]

Our mouth contains around 500 to 1,000 different types of bacteria. They have different functions as part of the human flora and oral microbiology. Individuals that practice excellent oral hygiene have 1,000 to 100,000 living on each tooth surface. As for those who frequently miss out on their oral hygiene, their mouth can have between[...]