Can I chew gum with porcelain veneers?
Chewing sugar-free gum in moderation is generally acceptable with porcelain veneers. However, avoid gum with excessive sugar content.
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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.
You can consume flavored coconut milk with added electrolytes with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.
A proxabrush can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
It varies, but typically 6 months to 2 years. Lifestyle choices, like diet and tobacco use, can influence the longevity.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of titanium, used to replace missing teeth. A crown is then attached to the implant to replace the visible part of the tooth.
Through visual inspection, palpation, using specialized lights, or dyes, and if suspicious, a biopsy is taken for definitive diagnosis.
Factors include certain medications, aging, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, nerve damage, tobacco, or conditions like Sjogren’s syndrome or diabetes.