Dental picks with a silicone tip and soft rubber tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
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.
It’s the process of baby teeth (primary teeth) emerging through the gums. It can cause discomfort and fussiness.
Using a nail file or emery board is not recommended, as it may damage the aligners. Consult with your orthodontist for any necessary adjustments.
Causes include acidic foods/drinks, acid reflux, dry mouth, grinding, certain medications, genetics, and environmental factors.
Limit acidic foods and drinks, use a straw, rinse with water after consuming acids, and wait to brush. Use toothpaste with fluoride and see a dentist regularly.
It’s used to adhere crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and other dental restorations to teeth.
A proxabrush can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
