What’s the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?
Dentists address overall oral health, while orthodontists specialize in correcting teeth and jaw alignment.
Dentists address overall oral health, while orthodontists specialize in correcting teeth and jaw alignment.
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.
While porcelain veneers are durable, it’s advisable to avoid biting into very hard or crunchy foods to prevent potential damage.
OTC products are generally less potent than professional treatments and may take longer for visible results.
Abrasion most commonly occurs as a shiny V shaped groove at the gum line of the teeth contributing to a notching appearance.
Abrasion associated with a destructive diet will cause a flattening appearance of the chewing surfaces of the back teeth.
Dental products come in a wide range of abrasiveness. Because exposure to abrasive toothpastes occurs on a daily basis, it is important to select products that will minimize the abrasive risk to your teeth.
They include the bud stage, cap stage, bell stage, and eruption, spanning from embryo to adulthood.
Mouthwash with alcohol is generally not recommended with aligners in place, as it can affect the aligners and oral tissues.
This can be a sign of gum disease or inflammation. It’s crucial to maintain good oral hygiene and see a dentist.