How do I know if I need my wisdom teeth removed?
Not everyone needs them removed. However, if they cause pain, are impacted, or lead to misalignment, extraction might be recommended.
Not everyone needs them removed. However, if they cause pain, are impacted, or lead to misalignment, extraction might be recommended.
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.
You can use a water flosser for oral hygiene, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
You can consume coconut water with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of its sugar content and maintain good oral hygiene.
It can lead to staining, bad breath, gum disease, suppressed immune responses, and increases the risk of oral cancer.
Every 3-4 months or sooner if the bristles are frayed.
Yes, with precautions. Inform your dentist about the pregnancy, and routine dental care is generally safe during the second trimester.
Yes, a soft-bristle toothbrush is suitable for cleaning your aligners, but be gentle to avoid scratching them.