Why should I wear a mouthguard during sports?
To protect the teeth, lips, cheeks, and tongue from injury during physical activities.
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.
A bridge replaces missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth, while an implant replaces a tooth root and requires a crown on top.
There are no specific dietary restrictions with porcelain veneers. However, it’s advisable to avoid biting into very hard objects to prevent damage.
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.
Using whitening mouthwash with your aligners in place is not recommended, as it can affect the aligners and the whitening process.
Not everyone needs them removed. However, if they cause pain, are impacted, or lead to misalignment, extraction might be recommended.
Braces placed behind the teeth, making them virtually invisible, yet they can be as effective as traditional braces.