How are tooth-colored fillings placed?
After removing decay, the dentist fills the cavity with a composite material that matches the tooth’s color, then cures it with a special light.
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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.
In some cases, minor adjustments may be needed after the veneers are placed to ensure proper fit and alignment.
A dental stimulator with a silicone tip, soft rubber tip, textured tip, massaging tip, bristle tip, and gum pick can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
While porcelain veneers are generally not reversible, they can be replaced or modified if you’re not satisfied with the results.
You can consume flavored water with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.
Not everyone is a candidate for dental implants. Factors like overall health, jawbone density, and oral hygiene play a role in determining eligibility. Your dentist or oral surgeon will evaluate your specific situation to determine if dental implants are a suitable option for you.
Both are indirect fillings. Inlays fit within the cusps of a tooth, while onlays extend over one or more cusps.