Porcelain veneers are made from porcelain and are custom-fabricated in a dental lab. Composite veneers are made from a tooth-colored resin and can often be placed in a single visit at the dental office.
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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.
Porcelain veneers can effectively restore the appearance of teeth affected by erosion caused by acidic foods or beverages.
Interdental brushes with a silicone coating can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
You can use a gum stimulator with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Not everyone is a candidate for dental implants. Factors like overall health, jawbone density, and oral hygiene play a role in determining eligibility. Your dentist or oral surgeon will evaluate your specific situation to determine if dental implants are a suitable option for you.
If you accidentally damage your dental implant or restoration, contact your dentist immediately for an evaluation and repair. Avoid further use until the issue is addressed.
Dental floss picks can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
