Dental tape with a silicone coating, textured surface, waxed finish, and fluoride coating 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.
You should use a new section of floss for every tooth to avoid reinserting food and bacteria into the teeth.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with temporary dental crowns or fillings, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized advice.
A silicone-tipped toothpick can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
They apply consistent pressure on teeth over time, shifting them to desired positions. They correct misalignment, spacing, and bite issues.
A crown covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline.
