Can I travel with Invisalign aligners?
Traveling with Invisalign is convenient. Be sure to pack your aligner case, a travel-sized toothbrush, and toothpaste for maintaining oral hygiene on the go.
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.
When the upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth vertically, more than the typical bite overlap.
You can consume sports drinks with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of their high sugar content and rinse your mouth afterward.
Plaque is a soft, sticky film of bacteria. If not removed, it hardens into tartar, which is much tougher to clean.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss once daily, rinse with an antimicrobial or fluoride mouthwash, and have regular dental check-ups.
Sugary or acidic foods/beverages can lead to cavities or enamel erosion. A balanced diet provides necessary nutrients for gum health and tooth repair.
Porcelain veneers can effectively mask the discoloration and staining that can occur with aging, providing a more youthful-looking smile.