How do I maintain dental implants?
Brush and floss daily, avoid chewing hard items, use a low-abrasive toothpaste, and see a dentist for regular check-ups.
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.
Dental implant surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia, and patients report minimal discomfort during the procedure. Some post-operative discomfort, such as swelling and mild pain, is common and can be managed with prescribed medications.
A procedure where the pulp of a tooth, usually in children, is removed from the crown portion, often preceding a pulpectomy or root canal.
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline.
A dentist specializing in treating diseases of the tooth pulp and nerve. They often perform procedures like root canals.
A procedure to treat infection or damage in the pulp (center) of a tooth. It involves removing the pulp, cleaning the canal, and sealing it.
Maintain good oral hygiene, avoid tobacco, limit alcohol, have a balanced diet, see a dentist regularly, and address dental issues promptly.