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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

Can you have anesthesia for tooth sealants?

Yes. However this procedure is NOT invasive and causes no discomfort

What is the white bump in my throat?

Could be a multitude of things. Have a doctor look or biopsy it.

Does having a filling replaced hurt?

Not with proper anesthetic

How long do white fillings take to set?

The resin will be totally cured when the curing light is shined on it.

Are dental implants removable?

Implants are not intended to be removed. However some never properly oestointrigrate, and come out, and a doctor could remove them is medically necessary.

Are braces supposed to make your teeth feel tight?

They could. That is how the move them. This should ease up in a day or two.

How long does it take for gums to heal after implants?

Depending on the bone, tooth #, upper or lover arch- healing time is 4 to 8 months

Does food get under implants?

Not if they are done properly

How many implants does it take to replace all your teeth?

Depends on the # of teeth to be placed, upper or lower arch. Quick answer is 2 to 6

Can you leave Invisalign in all the time?

You should take them out at night and clean them

What can't you eat with dentures?

Eat what you have a taste for. There are no restrictions

What are the beginning signs of dry socket?

Pain, and sometimes discharge or odor.

How do braces rearrange teeth?

Teeth are moved by constant pressure in the direction you want them to go.

Why am I getting spaces between my teeth?

There are many different schools of thought on this one. Most involve teeth coming in (usually wisdom teeth)