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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

Will my teeth shift without a retainer for a week?

Not necessarily...but it has happened.

How can I treat pericoronitis at home?

It is better treated under the gum line, which you can not reach. We use instruments, medicine and the laser

What happens if you smoke after getting dental implants?

We never recommend smoking, however it plays a very little part in the implant

Does an overbite get worse with age?

It could. This is a maybe... all clients are different

How can I make my tooth extraction heal faster?

Use warm salt water and keep the area cleaned and covered

Do you have pain after a root canal?

Not usually. Especially with the Tulsa technique. It is also done in one visit.

What can you eat after gum grafting?

Anything you have a taste for, but watch temperatures - nothing too hot or cold. Temperature will not affect the tissue, however, it will be uncomfortable.

Any treatments for canker sores?

There are many products for canker sores from OTC to laser treatments that will remove it at the time of visit.

Should I still have pain 3 days after a tooth extraction?

You may have a dry socket. It is not normal.

What happens if a cavity is too deep?

If the decay continues it will go to the nerve. When it infects the nerve, a root canal or and extraction is the only way to treat it.

How long is a crown supposed to last?

Average life is 5 to 10 years

Are there side effects of a tooth extraction?

Not usually, however a dry socket could occur

How long does dental anesthetic last?

Depending on the anesthetic used from 45 mins to 12 hrs