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Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin DDS is a top Dentist in Marco Island, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin DDS is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin DDS is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin DDS is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Marco Island, FL, Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin DDS is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Andrew Peter Derwin, DDS
  • Marco Island, FL
  • Accepting new patients

My son is sucking his thumb with adult teeth. What can happen?

He could push them out of alignment causing buck teeth

One of my molars is severely worn down. Can this be repaired?

Yes you can have that restored. There are a few procedures ranging from $224 to 1274 for a crown

What is a dry socket?

A dry socket is when the blood clot has been removed. There is a surgical packing that will help with the discomfort- but not the healing.

How often will I have to replace my braces?

They need to be adjusted routinely.

Can I eat after a dental cleaning?

Yes, however, it you have had a fluoride treatment- there is a 30 min waiting period.

What does it mean when I tap my dental implant and it hurts?

The implant has not successfully osteointergraded

What causes tooth fissures?

Infection at the root

What can you not eat after getting dentures?

Anything you have a taste for

Why does my tooth hurt after my braces were tightened?

That is how the are moved. This should ease up after a day or two.

How long should I wait to eat after a dental cleaning?

There is no need to wait unless you have received a fluoride treatment- then there is a 30 min release time

What is a healing cap on a dental implant?

The healing cap is the piece that connects the implant to the oral cavity. It will keep the gum from growing into the spot for the crown.

Can a 14 year old get Invisalign?

18 is the youngest age to move teeth. They are not fully developed til then.. sometime even longer. But it would have to be redone if they are placed prior to 18 years old.