Can porcelain veneers be used to improve the appearance of teeth with bulges or bumps?
Porcelain veneers can effectively address bulges or bumps on teeth, creating a more harmonious and attractive smile.
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.
Yes, some medications can cause dry mouth, gum swelling, or discoloration. Always inform your dentist about any medications you’re taking.
Possible reasons include cavities, gum disease, infected pulp, cracked tooth, impacted tooth, or sinus infections.
Begin brushing once the first tooth appears, avoid sugary drinks, and schedule the first dental visit by age 1 or after the first tooth emerges.
Pain, swelling, redness in gums, bad taste, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Immediate dental care is essential.
Porcelain veneers can effectively restore the appearance of teeth affected by erosion caused by acidic foods or beverages.
Yes, you can get porcelain veneers for a single tooth or a few teeth, depending on your specific needs and goals.