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.
Dental x-rays use very low radiation levels and are considered safe. They’re essential for diagnosing certain dental conditions not visible to the naked eye.
It’s a cosmetic condition where the teeth become discolored due to excessive fluoride consumption when the teeth are developing.
They act as a protective shield, covering the chewing surfaces of molars to prevent decay.
Brush them daily with a soft denture brush, soak overnight in a denture cleanser, and rinse before wearing.
Mouthwash with alcohol is generally not recommended with aligners in place, as it can affect the aligners and oral tissues.
Reasons include severe decay, impaction, orthodontic needs, trauma, infections, or periodontal disease.
