An unprotected blow to the face during sports has the potential to traumatize multiple teeth. While dental fractures can often be treated with a dental crown or root canal, some cases of dental trauma can be more severe. If the tooth or the socket has suffered severe harm, Dr. Sandy Pape might recommend extracting the remnants and suturing your gums.... read more »

The easiest way to treat a cavity is to not have one in the first place! To help enjoy a bright and healthy smile, remember these basics:     Eat Balanced Meals: What you put into your mouth directly affects your dental health. Eat a diet full of calcium-rich food, such as cheese, milk, and low-sugar yogurt. Protein-rich foods such... read more »

Did you know that dental erosion is caused by a deterioration of your tooth enamel? Tooth enamel, the protective layer of your teeth is extremely strong and durable, but sadly is no match for many types of harmful acids that can invade your mouth. The bacteria in plaque can even convert dangerous substances such as sugar molecules into harmful acids... read more »

Here at Isle Smile, Dr. Sandy Pape understands just how important a white and winning smile is for your self-confidence. We offer a wide range of cosmetic dental treatments that can help improve the appearance of one or more unappealing teeth. Should a tooth in your smile be afflicted by discoloration, chips, or an unsightly old filling, Dr. Sandy Pape... read more »

The tooth enamel layer on each of your teeth has microscopic pores that can trap dark particles from dark foods and beverages. If these surface stains are not removed from the surfaces of your teeth, the dark particles can slowly start to penetrate deeper and deeper into your teeth. The most effective method Dr. Sandy Pape recommends for whitening your... read more »

While it’s unfortunate, there are times when a tooth can be so badly decayed or damaged that your dentist, Dr. Sandy Pape, simply cannot save it by a root canal. In these rare and extreme cases, they might recommend extracting the remnants of the tooth and suturing your gums. This will mitigate any pain you’re experiencing and prevent any further... read more »

Holiday parties are fun and exciting, especially because you get to mingle with your family members and friends and eat delicious treats. However, even though you’re enjoying yourself, your smile might be in grave danger. So, in order to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape while you celebrate with your loved ones, our Isle Smile dental team encourages... read more »

Your teeth have been designed to be hard enough to bite, chew and grind most normal foods. Unfortunately, there are still some instances when unnatural forces can cause a large chip or fracture in a tooth. This could be something as traumatic as a blow to the face or something as mundane as grinding your teeth at night. The severity... read more »

A dental crown in Key West, Florida, essentially replaces the enamel layer of a tooth. There are several different reasons why your dentist, Dr. Sandy Pape, might recommend restoring a tooth with a crown. Crowns are most commonly used to address large areas of tooth decay when there is not enough healthy tooth enamel remaining to secure a filling. A... read more »

You know that brushing and flossing your teeth are both important, but do you know which should come first? Would you be surprised to learn that the order doesn’t really matter? In reality, it’s far more important that you brush and floss properly. As you may know, you should brush twice a day—but did you know that you should remember... read more »