Can I continue to wear my aligners if I have a dental emergency or injury?
If you have a dental emergency or injury, consult with your orthodontist for guidance on whether to continue wearing your aligners.
If you have a dental emergency or injury, consult with your orthodontist for guidance on whether to continue wearing your aligners.
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.
Limit acidic foods/drinks, use a straw, rinse after consuming acids, wait before brushing, use fluoride toothpaste, and see a dentist regularly.
They strengthen tooth enamel, making teeth more resistant to decay, and can help reverse early stages of decay.
Porcelain veneers are made from porcelain and are custom-fabricated in a dental lab. Composite veneers are made from a tooth-colored resin and can often be placed in a single visit at the dental office.
Often called laughing gas”
You may need to pause Invisalign treatment if you require a root canal or extensive dental work. Consult with your orthodontist for guidance.
Typically every six months, but your dentist may recommend more or less frequent visits based on your oral health.