Can I use dental adhesive to secure loose Invisalign attachments?
Dental adhesive is not recommended for securing loose attachments. Contact your orthodontist for professional adjustments.
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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.
Sugar-free gum can be beneficial as it helps stimulate saliva production, which neutralizes acids and aids in remineralizing tooth enamel.
Clean gums with a soft cloth, brush baby teeth with a soft brush, avoid sugary drinks, and have a dental check-up by age one.
Depending on the procedure, it’s often recommended to wait 24-48 hours before engaging in strenuous activity to allow for proper healing.
It’s a procedure to remove a frenum, a fold of tissue that prevents an organ in the body from moving too far.
It’s advisable to avoid smoking e-cigarettes or vaping with Invisalign aligners, as it can still have negative effects on your oral health.
You can consume flavored soy milk with added protein, fiber, omega-3, probiotics, prebiotics, and ashwagandha with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.