What are direct and indirect dental fillings?
Direct fillings (like amalgam or composite) are placed immediately in a cavity. Indirect fillings (like inlays or onlays) are fabricated outside of the mouth and then placed.
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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.
Plastic coatings usually placed on the chewing surface of back teeth to prevent cavities.
They design and create dental prosthetics like crowns, bridges, dentures, and orthodontic appliances based on dentist’s specifications.
Though calorie-free, the acid in diet soda can erode tooth enamel, making teeth more susceptible to cavities.
It kills or reduces bacteria, freshens breath, and can provide fluoride and fight plaque, depending on its formulation.
Maintain good oral hygiene, avoid tobacco, limit alcohol, have a balanced diet, see a dentist regularly, and address dental issues promptly.
Avoid aggressive brushing, treat gum disease promptly, avoid tobacco, use a soft toothbrush, and see a dentist regularly.