Can porcelain veneers improve the appearance of teeth with fluorosis (stains from excessive fluoride)?
Porcelain veneers can effectively improve the appearance of teeth affected by fluorosis, making them look brighter and more attractive.
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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.
A dental stimulator with a silicone tip, soft rubber tip, and textured tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Smoking can reduce blood flow to the gums, increasing the risk of gum disease, and slowing healing.
Maintain oral hygiene, use antimicrobial or therapeutic mouthwash, eat a balanced diet, avoid tobacco, and have regular dental check-ups.
It’s used to adhere crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and other dental restorations to teeth.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with dental crowns or bridges held in place with temporary cement, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized advice.
Porcelain veneers do not require special cleaning tools. Regular toothbrushes and dental floss are sufficient for maintaining good oral hygiene.