How should I store a tooth that’s been knocked out?
Place it in milk, a tooth preservation product, or hold it inside the mouth (avoiding swallowing) until reaching a dentist.
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.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to improve the appearance of a tooth with a congenital defect, creating a more uniform smile.
Dental implant failure can result from factors such as poor oral hygiene, smoking, uncontrolled systemic diseases, and inadequate bone density. Following post-operative care instructions is crucial to minimize these risks.
Factors include genetics, premature loss of baby teeth, facial injuries, habits like thumb-sucking, and conditions like tumors or tooth size discrepancies.
They can be impacted, causing pain, or might cause crowding or misalignment of other teeth.
It can provide more consistent and efficient cleaning, reduce plaque and gingivitis more than manual brushing, and is often easier for people with dexterity issues.
Porcelain veneers can mask the appearance of discolored or stained dental restorations, creating a more uniform and aesthetically pleasing smile.