Occlusion Analysis
Island Tower Dentistry
BITE—“OCCLUSAL”—ANALYSIS at your Marco Island Dentist
An important component of dental health is the alignment of your teeth and the manner in which the upper and lower teeth come together when you bite. Referred to on the professional level as “occlusion,” the manner in which you bite can impact your overall oral health because of the massive force generated by the jaw and its muscles. If this force is not spread out and evenly distributed, it can cause serious and possibly irreversible damage to teeth, gums, jaw muscles, and bone structure. The negative consequences of a bad bite are potentially so severe that Dr. Jonathan Van Dyke, Dr. Ryan Whelen, and Island Tower Dentistry offer bite analysis as one of their services as part of their Marco Island, Florida dental care practice.
Bad Bite—Occlusal Disease
- Wear on the biting surface of the teeth, often noticed when the front teeth start looking smaller than the back teeth.
- Loose teeth
- Teeth sensitivity, especially in reaction to thermal changes.
- Tooth soreness when biting.
- Teeth breakage or cracking.
- Sore jaw muscles.
- Facial pain or headaches.
- Popping or clicking sounds from the jaw joints during eating or other jaw movement, sometimes accompanied by pain.
- Receding gums
- Notches in the teeth at or below the gum line.
Your Bite Analysis In Marco Island
Your Marco Island dentist visit includes a visual inspection of occlusion as part of a regular checkup. But if you are experiencing any of the above mentioned symptoms, or just want peace of mind with regard to the condition of your bite, Dr. Van Dyke, Dr. Whelen, and their team also offer the latest in digital occlusal analysis. With high-tech pressure mapping, force measurement, and tactile sensors, Island Tower Dentistry utilizes T-Scan™ to reveal the level and timing of force on each individual tooth, as well as the occlusal stability of the overall bite. T-Scan™ provides baseline occlusion data on new patients that can be monitored for any future changes, and can help easily diagnose bad bite issues that may be affecting existing Naples, Florida-area dental patients.
Correcting Bad Bite
Depending upon the severity of the occlusal disease, Dr. Van Dyke and Dr. Whelen may be able to correct the bad bite in-office at his Marco Island dentistry practice. Crowns and veneers can be used to correct many bad bite cases, which, along with restoring occlusion, can also provide dental patients with a brighter, more youthful-looking smile. Depending upon the severity, malocclusion-based crown and veneer work can usually be completed within a month. More severe bad bite cases may require orthodontics, which can take several years to complete and may also call for crowns and veneers upon completion in order to restore enamel.
Contact Island Tower Dentistry
Dr. Van Dyke, Dr. Whelen, and their highly qualified team of dental hygienists, dental assistants, and Marco Island office support staff stand ready to check the condition of your bite and assist you with all of your dental needs. To contact Island Tower Dentistry about any dental concern, or to schedule a routine checkup, call for an appointment today at 239-394-1004. Our office is conveniently located at 606 Bald Eagle Drive, Suite 200, Marco Island, Florida 34145.
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WHAT OUR PATIENTS HAVE TO SAY:
Wonderful Staff & Doctor
Wonderful staff and Dr! I had my first ever root canal and crown done at ITD. The fitment and procedure was top notch using the latest technology. I also had a dental cleaning from Gloria. She was very pleasant and informative. Would recommend to anyone visiting or living in the area!
Thank You!
Dr. Van Dyke and his team are fantastic! He truly cares for his patients and now I take my whole family to him! Thank you for helping me find the dentist I’ve always been looking for!
Extra Time and Effort
Cody was very thorough as usual with her cleaning process. I mentioned that we were going to be celebrating our anniversary this week and she spent extra time and effort to remove some stubborn stains as well! Excellent!
Makes You Feel Very Comfortable
Knowledgeable, patient and makes you feel very comfortable. This is coming from a person who really doesn’t like pain. Like the step by step explanations as to what they are doing. Would highly recommend.
I Highly Recommend Him.
Dr. Vandyke is the man. Super knowledgeable and very kind. I highly recommend him.
Highly Recommend
I’m so glad I chose Island Tower Dentistry for my emergency visit. While visiting Marco Island a crown fell off my molar. They were able to get me in within 24 hours and fixed it! Dr. Van Dyke was very personable and took his time to make sure it was done properly. I did not feel rushed, yet everyone was very efficient! The front desk gal is a pleasure! All the assistants and staff were equally wonderful! This is definitely my go to dentist while on the island!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Very Personable
Dr. Van Dyke and his staff do a wonderful job. They are very personable, the office is nice and they are accommodating to patients.
Great Experience!
Had a great experience getting my teeth cleaned at Island Tower. Veronica was very thorough with my hygiene exam and took extra time to check my gums and all aspects of my oral health. Never felt rushed like I have when I went to a corporate dental office. Dr. Van Dyke is very nice and knowledgeable about anything dental related. They treat you like a family member here, which is becoming more and more rare nowadays.
Knowledgeable and Professional
A great, professional dental office that I would highly recommend to anyone. The staff could not be more kind and empathetic. The doctors are extremely knowledgeable and professional. The office has the state of the art equipment and patient care/comfort is their number one priority. I will be returning to Island tower dentistry for my continued dental care.
Experienced, Knowledgeable and Thorough
Cody is a very experienced, knowledgeable and thorough hygienist. She helped me to considerably improve the health of my gums. Thank you.
So Glad I Found Them
They have been the most accommodating dentist practice that I ever dealt with! I am so glad I found them
Very Good Experience
Was a very good experience, very friendly and made my first visit a good one. Plan on using them for all my dentists needs on Marco.
The Best!
Love these professionals! From the front desk to Lorraine – the most thoughtful and caring RDH. They are the best on the island.
This Practice Is At The Top
I worked in the past as a dental assistant and with that experience, I can tell you this practice is at the top!! wonderful staff and great expertise. I highly recommend!!
I Was Impressed
Front desk was polite and punctual. My hygienist, Cody, was outstanding. She was thorough, professional, and skillful yet also personable. I was impressed.
True Professionals
Warm, friendly staff, state of the art technology and five star practice. True professionals.
5/5⭐
Excellent experience. 100% recommended. 24/7 availability and kindness. Cody was great. 5/5 👍
Takes Pride in Patient Care
I haven’t been to the dentist in several years as I am extremely fearful and anxious. But Dr. Van Dyke and his staff made me feel very welcome and very calm. I had a wonderful cleaning and moving forward I could not recommend a better team to take care of my dental needs. They are trustworthy, reliable, responsible, and truly take pride in caring for their patients.
Appointment was Outstanding
My appointment was outstanding! Kudos to my hygienist Gloria (highly recommended) she is very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. My teeth look spotless after my dental cleaning, got rid of all that coffee stain, yey! Looking forward to my next visit! Thank You!
Excellent Care
Can’t say that going to the dentist is one of my favorite things to do but I can say that Dr. Schulze and his crew make it less stressful and really seem to care about doing it right. I highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for excellent care.
Gave Me my Confidence Back
I have lived in fl for 20 years and island tower dentistry by far has some of the most professional staff that make you feel welcome and comfortable. I got my cleaning done by Gloria and May I say she gave me my confidence back.
Friendliest Employees
Island Tower by far has the friendliest employees. They always take care of me whenever I go there. Just like everyone else I dread going to the dentist, but here they really do make a difference! I highly recommend this dentistry!
As the Former Owner…
As the former owner of Island Tower Dentistry, I am very proud of the way that Dr. Van Dyke has taken over the reins and transitioned the practice to his style, building his awesome team and delivering excellence in ultra modern dentistry. Cody did a great job cleaning my teeth, and Hannah and Angela always make me feel at home and special. The entire team is to be commended highly!
Dedicated Attention!
Very professional, 100% recommended. The special, friendly and dedicated attention of the assistant Isabel is the best!
5-Stars!
5-Star!! I am so glad I found this Dentist office. As a first time patient I was looking for straight forward honest advice. That is exactly what I found, and Lorraine my hygienist did a great job. I look forward to working with Island Dentistry again in the future.
Beyond a Pleasant Experience
A great way to start the new year. Having access to top quality dental care here in Naples and Marco Island is a true blessing. Add to that the pleasure of having that care delivered by true professionals, in a pleasant, friendly and efficient manner is always a plus. Thanks to Dr. Van Dyke and his team. Special thanks to Cody (Registered Dental Hygienist – RDH). She makes a dental visit almost pleasant.
August 24, 2022
It is not often that one thinks of a visit to the dentist as a pleasant experience – but it can be. I just finished my cleaning and checking and all went well. Cody – my hygienist – was her typical professional and pleasant self. Angela and Hannah rounded out the visit – all-in-all pleasant experience. If you need dental care in the Marco Island area, you won’t do better. Thank you. I’ll be back.
May 25, 2022 –
Just finished a short appointment with Island Tower Dentistry. It pays to arrive a little early for me. Angela, Hanna, and Dr. Van Dyke got me right in and I was done in about 30 minutes. Great service. The folks are always very pleasant and cheerful. Makes a dentist visit a nice experience.
I have been using Island Tower Dentistry since 2013 – three time per year. My experience has always been great. With a couple of retirements since I first started coming to them, I want to acknowledge some of the new staff. Cody my, hygienist, does a great job. Very professional and personable. Angela, Hanna, and Hanna B. Teresa, and Gloria – and Dr. Van Dyke of course – make a great team. I can recommend them with confidence.
Just an updated from my last review. Today I had my cleaning and checking with Cody. She did her typical great job. The team is managing the challenges of Covid with efficiency and ease. I have booked my next appointment and hopefully the next time we will be beyond the mask and Covid plans. I can recommend the team at Island Tower Dentistry.
April 20th, 2022. Just had my cleaning and checking appointment at Island Tower Dentistry. If one can say it is a pleasure to go to the dentist, I will. We are fortunate to have access to top quality dental care and all the health benefits that come with it. Cody did her typical great job. Not only is she professional in her care, she is informative and personable throughout the process. Angela and Hanna rounded out the encounter with their friendly service. Now I’m good until the next appointment in 4 months. Thank you folks.
Personable & Thorough
An excellent cleaning. Dr Van Dyke is very personable and thorough. It was a very pleasant experience. I Recommend them highly.
Courteous and Gentle
As with every visit, I have received courteous and gentle care (and painless shots) from these dental professionals. I recommend Island Tower Dentistry to one and all.
Wonderful Office!
What a wonderful office! Dr. Van Dyke and his staff are exceptional – warm, caring, thorough, honest, and gentle. Was highly recommended by my daughter and I can see why. I tend to have a fear of dentists but they made me feel very comfortable. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Thank you!!
Great experience. Very kind and professional staff. Thank you!!