Can medications affect my oral health?
Yes, some medications can cause dry mouth, gum swelling, or discoloration. Always inform your dentist about any medications you’re taking.
Dentist
Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.
Avoid staining substances like tobacco, coffee, tea, and red wine. Brush and floss regularly, and consider professional dental cleanings.
Are you tired of dealing with large fillings in your teeth? Do you want a more durable solution for your damaged teeth? Look no further, as inlays and onlays may be the answer you’ve been searching for. These dental restorations offer several benefits over traditional fillings, and we’re here to tell you all about them….
Saliva helps cleanse the mouth, digest food, prevent infection by controlling bacteria, and provides disease-fighting substances.
Porcelain veneers can effectively smooth out the texture of a tooth, making it appear more polished and refined.
They restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape by filling the cavity after removing the decayed portion.