What is teeth grinding?
Teeth grinding or bruxism can wear down teeth, cause headaches, or jaw pain. It often occurs during sleep.
Teeth grinding or bruxism can wear down teeth, cause headaches, or jaw pain. It often occurs during sleep.
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.
Proper care of dental implants involves regular oral hygiene practices such as brushing, flossing, and routine dental check-ups. It’s essential to avoid smoking and maintain a healthy lifestyle to support the longevity of your implants.
Using dental bonding, veneers, crowns, or if severe, root canal therapy.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of titanium, used to replace missing teeth. A crown is then attached to the implant to replace the visible part of the tooth.
This article shares 5 things you should do to prepare for tooth extraction and breaks down 8 things you need to know about tooth extraction aftercare.
Brush at a 45-degree angle to the gums using short, tooth-wide strokes and using fluoride toothpaste. Also, don’t forget to brush your tongue!
You can use a dental water jet with a silicone tip and soft rubber tip with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.