Dr. Bradley Engle is dedicated to providing complete dental care for patients in Southwest Florida (Naples and Marco Island areas). You can trust his team of caring dental professionals no matter what your dental needs may be. They have elevated standards of excellence, which they will not compromise. Every team member is highly trained and… Read More
Cosmetic dentistry is not a recognized specialty in dentistry, it is simply any procedure performed to enhance the appearance of the teeth, gums and smile. Cosmetic dentistry is focused on improving the aesthetics of your smile, whereas conventional dentistry, which includes all of the recognized dental specialties, is focused on improving the function, structure, and… Read More
The dental team at Florida Choice Dentistry has advanced training, skills, and experience in all of the latest dental technology, techniques, and materials dentistry has to offer. Their goal is to help patients achieve optimal oral health and beautiful, healthy smiles. When performing cosmetic dentistry procedures, their doctors always ensure that the patient’s dental health… Read More
General dentistry encompasses the primary oral care for patients of all ages. Your general dentist is the doctor of your oral health, and takes responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for all of your dental needs. A good partnership with a general dentist is your first class ticket to optimal oral… Read More
A dental bridge can be a good option for those who are missing a single tooth or several teeth. A traditional bridge consists of two dental crowns separated with one or more replacement teeth between them. These artificial teeth (pontics) may be made of porcelain, gold, or alloys. A bridge is anchored by cementing the… Read More
In most cases, dental implants are considered the best choice for replacing missing teeth. They don’t rest on the gums like dentures, or require altering the adjacent teeth as dental bridges do. Dental implants are long-term tooth root replacements that are surgically placed in the jawbone. Dental implants can be used to replace one, several,… Read More
Many people feel at least a little apprehensive when they are considering root canal treatment. However, the idea that a root canal procedure is filled with discomfort and pain is outdated, born in the days of rudimentary dentistry. Advances in dental technology, tools, anesthesia, and knowledge have made the procedure virtually pain free in most… Read More
Dr. Bradley Engle is a specialist in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease. As a Board Certified Periodontist, he is an expert in periodontal (gum) disease, dental implant placement, and cosmetic periodontal procedures. Periodontists have an additional three years (36 months) of advanced training beyond what is taught in dental school. Dr. Engle… Read More
More than half of all Americans experience some anxiety about dental visits. Many patients postpone necessary dental care and some avoid it altogether due to dental phobias. A variety of factors can trigger these fears. Some patients are needle-phobic and the thought of the needle triggers fear. Others react to the sound and feel of… Read More
Humankind has understood the need for dental care throughout history. Evidence has been found of crude dental restorations from ancient cultures around the world. Dental crowns were first used by the Etruscans which still remain an important part of dentistry today. Pure porcelain is brittle by nature, making early porcelain crowns fragile. When the technique… Read More