Oral Cancer Screening

Island Tower Dentistry

Oral Cancer Screening

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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:

The Best

I’ve had many dentists over the years. These guys are the best. Friendly, efficient and more importantly painless.

Ray Hill

I’d Recommend to Anyone

Very professional. Very satisfied. I would recommend Dr. Van Dyke to anyone.

Lois D

Thank you!

Thank you so much for the service of today! Cody is a great hygienist and the staff at Island Tower Dentistry is Amazing

Kena C

Excellent Care

I am a physician and my wife is a nurse. We vet our healthcare providers in detail. Dr. Van Dyke, and his team at Island tower dentistry, Marco Island provided my family excellent care. They are safe, competent, kind and professional.

Dr. James G

Highly recommended 🙂

What a great group of people to help you with dental issues. Super caring, informative and gentle. Highly recommended 🙂

Michael M

You Cannot Go Wrong

The best! I’ve been going to this place for 15 years and they just keep making the experience better and nicer. Courteous, kind, on-time, and top-notch. You cannot go wrong with Island Tower Dentistry.

Nancy M

Top Notch

Everyone here is highly professional & very nice. Top notch.

Carlos D

Caring and Compassionate

Cody is a very good hygienist and super nice! Dr. VanDyke is also extremely nice, caring and compassionate.

Monica P

Personable & Thorough

An excellent cleaning. Dr Van Dyke is very personable and thorough. It was a very pleasant experience. I Recommend them highly.

Phyllis S

A Calm, Relaxing Experience

The team and Island Tower really knows how to create a calm, relaxing experience for one of the least comfortable health visits. Their entire staff cares about your outcomes and goes above and beyond to make sure you’re in tip top dental health. Dr. Van Dyke has a soothing approach and takes time to ensure

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Austin H

Compassionate

The staff and Dr. Johnathan Van Dyke are kind, compassionate and wonderful. I’m so thrilled I was referred to them and actually looking forward to going back. Thank you for all your help!

Kerrie S

Very Personable

All the staff is very personable. Dr. Was informative and honest about my treatment. This was my first experience with him after Dr Schultze (12+ yrs) and I was happy with style & treatment. Will continue my association.

Suz S

Great Results

I had a very good experience every time I was there, I had a lot of work done great results, they respond promptly for emergency calls and visit , I highly recommend dr van dyke and his staff

Maysoon A

Terrific

The technician who worked on me is terrific. In the past few years best cleanings ever.

Judy B

Excellent Job

Cory the dental hygienist did an excellent job. She is very thoughtful and communicates well with regards to the issues and process to correct.

Vern G

Like Family

This is a great office, all the staff it’s very nice, helpful, kind and very professional. Dr. Van Dyke is honest and friendly, treat you as family. Thank you guys!!!

Sonia L

Terrific Care

As always, terrific care and service. Tonya is great!

Nancy R

Absolutely Phenomenal

This is really a great Dentist to visit here on Marco Island Florida, the cleaning tech was absolutely over-the-top phenomenal she did a great job and the dentist himself did a wonderful job I would recommend this practice to anyone.

John B

Excellent Experience

Excellent experience. 👍👍👍My mother was experiencing a dental emergency while visiting me, and Dr. Van Dyke and staff couldn’t have been sweeter to this 80 year old woman!They offered her a Christmas week appointment, they generously gave of their time and talent in order to make her feel comfortable and she wasn’t even a patient!

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The Best

Very good experience. Pleasant and knowledgeable staff and doctor. Got me in same day when I had pain and problems. I can’t recommend them more highly than to say that they are the best dental professionals I have ever seen.

Van G

Friendly and Professional

The professionalism displayed by the complete staff is outstanding. Cody is absolutely the best . Her attention to detail is without equal. She is a complete dental hygienist. She takes time to explain what’s happening. She makes certain that you are satisfied when she finishes the appointment She has the ability to balance a friendly

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Edward K

Joyful Experience

Best experience I could of asked for with going to see the dentist. From the minute I walked into the building to the minute I left, the staff made it a joyful experience. Also an extra thank you to Cody for making my experience as pain free as possible and pleasant, with great laughs along

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Dr. Van Dyke was Amazing

Highly recommended! I had a dental emergency. They got me right in and even discounted the exam price! Dr Van Dyke was amazing. He even called me the next the day to make sure I was feeling ok! They just gained a new patient!

Christine E

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.

Mark U

Great People

They help us out with an emergency visit. Put us at ease and took care of our problem. We are from out of town on vacation and do happy we found them. Great people to help others.

Efficient, Pleasant & Highly Competent

I had a dental emergency this afternoon around 3:15. I called the office as a complete stranger, explained my situation. They had me in the chair by 3:45. The staff and Dr Van Dyke were efficient, pleasant, and highly competent. I was patched up and finished by 4:30. I was also pleased with the reasonable

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Auburn C

A Premium Practice

I used to cringe at the thought of going to the dentist but Island Tower Dentistry is a premium practice focused on quality and literally has changed my thoughts on going to the dentist. Dr. Van Dyke and his staff work tirelessly to make sure your dentist experience is seamless! The staff and Dr. Van

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Saw Us Right Away

On vacation here in Marco Island and Sunday night my fiancé got a tooth infection. Dr Van Dyke was kind enough to call back immediately and saw us right away Monday morning. His staff was also very very wonderful. Thank you guys!!!

Mark S

Comfortable Visit

I can’t stress enough how impressed I am with this dentist office. These individuals really make your visit comfortable. If your looking for a new dentist I would look no further.

Killian H

Great People. Great Dental Care

Great people, great dental care. Highly recommend for all dental needs. Simply the best. Cody did a wonderful job and got me in and out on a busy day.

Robert R

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