Oral Cancer Screening
Island Tower Dentistry
Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer strikes three times as many victims as cervical cancer. It is one of the few cancers that has not experienced a significant reduction in incidence over the past 30 years, and recent research indicates a strong link with Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which can be sexually transmitted. For this reason, many oral health care professionals now believe that all individuals over the age of 18 need at least one comprehensive oral examination per year, or, ideally, with every dental hygiene visit. While the incidence of oral cancer may be on the rise, early screening, diagnosis and treatment planning does save lives.
Signs You May Have Oral Cancer
- Swelling, lumps, erosion, or rough spots anywhere in the mouth.
- Developing “velvety” white, red, or white and red areas within the mouth.
- Bleeding unexpectedly in the mouth.
- Unexpected numbness, pain, or tenderness in the face, mouth, or neck.
- Lasting sores that bleed easily and do not heal within 14 days.
Contact Island Tower Dentistry
Dr. Van Dyke, Dr. Whelen, and their qualified team of dental hygienists, dental assistants, and office support staff are ready to assist you with all of your dental needs. To contact Island Tower Dentistry regarding a dental concern or to make an appointment, call 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:
Always Treated Great
Gloria was great. I’m always treated great at Island TowerRead more “Always Treated Great”
Very Professional!
I’m very satisfied with my experience at Island Tower Dentistry, staff very helpful since I arrived, Dr. Van Dyke very professional ,I highly recommend this place toRead more “Very Professional!”
Experience was Great
Dr. Van Dyke was very professional and the staff was knowledgeable and curious. My experience wasRead more “Experience was Great”
Excellent Dentist
Dr Van Dyck is an excellent dentist and he has a very well run office. Cody and Lorraine are excellent hygienists. I highly recommend this dentalRead more “Excellent Dentist”
Great Experience!
The Best!
Very happy with results. Staff is the best. Dr. Van Dyke does fillers asRead more “The Best!”
Always Pleasant
Another good visit at Island Tower. Veronica did a great job with my cleaning. Always a pleasant experienceRead more “Always Pleasant”
Terrific Job!
From the greeting at reception to the pain of payment, Dr. Van Dyke’s crew do a terrific job. Cody is a fantastic, skilled, caring hygienist…andRead more “Terrific Job!”
Thank You!!!
Amazing Dental Office
Personable and Thorough!
An excellent cleaning. Dr Van Dyke is very personable and thorough. It was a very pleasant experience. I Recommend themRead more “Personable and Thorough!”
Very Informative and Disarming
Total staff was very friendly and helpful, Cody was wonderful putting me at ease while attending to my needs ,very informative andRead more “Very Informative and Disarming”
Amazing Dentist & Staff
Amazing Dentist and staff! Highly recommend Island TowerRead more “Amazing Dentist & Staff”
Thank you!
I was visiting Marco island when I started feeling extreme pain in one of my molars. They found a way to work me into their schedule for an initial visit and follow-up. They were all very kind and professional. ThankRead more “Thank you!”
Friendly Staff!
Very friendly staff .. very thorough exam .. best I think I’ve everRead more “Friendly Staff!”
Exceptional Experience
Very Friendly & Thorough
First time going to this dentist and him and the staff were very friendly and he wasRead more “Very Friendly & Thorough”
Everyone is Welcoming
Everyone at the office is welcoming and do their jobs well. Like everyone there but glad I only see them several times a year for teethRead more “Everyone is Welcoming”
NO Pain
Strongly recommended!
Warm reception, consistently on time, very professional & thorough, and always a good experience. StronglyRead more “Strongly recommended!”
Service & Staff were Amazing
Service and staff were amazing! Very polite andRead more “Service & Staff were Amazing”
Better Overall Health
Lorraine is the Best, she helps me keep my mouth healthy and that has left to better overall health. Thank you so muchRead more “Better Overall Health”
A Wonderful Job!
Dr. Van Dyke and his staff do a wonderful job. They are very personable, the office is nice and they are accommodating toRead more “A Wonderful Job!”
An Excellent Experience
Excellent experience getting my teeth cleaned. The staff are all very considerate, pleasant andRead more “An Excellent Experience”
Warmth & Attentiveness
Dr. Schulze, his team of dental assistants, and hygienists are exceedingly professional and gentle with the care of each patient. They form relationships with their clients which is something I find lacking in most medial/dental facilities these days. They make you feel comfortable asking questions and are eager to make the experience positive.
They have the most modern equipment and technology giving each patient the best possible care available. Their facility is immaculate and clean. I feel lucky to have found this gem of a dental practice!
Very Professional Teamwork!
Very professional teamwork! Dr. Van Dyke is an absolutely pleasant, delicate and very gentlemanly person who aspires to meet customer requirements. Leaves a good impression. The only issue is dental cosmetics. But with my request everything was done excellently! Thank you. It isRead more “Very Professional Teamwork!”
Professional & Compassionate
Haven’t met Dr. Van Dyke yet, but Dr. Schulze is a complete professional & compassionate person thru-and-thru and the team he put together is hard to top. Yeni is the most comprehensive, knowledgeable, & detail-oriented hygienist ever. She keeps me inRead more “Professional & Compassionate”
Another Wonderful Visit
Another wonderful visit. Everyone that works at Island Tower Dentistry is top notch. The staff is friendly and always makes it a great experience. Highly recommend toRead more “Another Wonderful Visit”
Fast & Painless
Was scheduled for a cleaning and asked about possibly smoothing out a chip. Cleaning was fast sand painless. Doctor came in to take a look and fixed my chip in mins! Island tower dentistry really cares about their patients and provides greatRead more “Fast & Painless”
Highly recommended 🙂
What a great group of people to help you with dental issues. Super caring, informative and gentle. Highly recommendedRead more “Highly recommended :)”