How do cavities form?
Bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars and produce acids. These acids erode tooth enamel, leading to the formation of cavities.
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 fluoride content, the ADA Seal of Acceptance, and a formula that suits any specific dental concerns you have.
Depending on the cause, treatments can include antibiotics, antifungal medications, dental procedures, or oral hygiene recommendations.
Causes include acidic foods/drinks, acid reflux, dry mouth, grinding, certain medications, genetics, and environmental factors.
Full dentures replace all teeth, while partial dentures replace some missing teeth when some natural teeth remain.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with a permanent dental retainer, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized guidance.
Depending on the severity, treatments include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canal therapy, or extraction.