How can I prevent teeth grinding?
Wearing a mouth guard, reducing stress, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and addressing misaligned teeth can help.
Wearing a mouth guard, reducing stress, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and addressing misaligned teeth can help.
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.
A neutral or slightly alkaline pH can help neutralize acid, protect enamel, and reduce bacterial growth in the mouth. Online Appointment Requests
It’s a technique to help patients relax during dental procedures using sedative drugs, yet the patient remains awake. Online Appointment Requests
A bridge replaces missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth, while an implant replaces a tooth root and requires a crown on top. Online Appointment Requests
Avoid staining foods/drinks, use whitening toothpaste or treatments, brush and floss regularly, and have professional dental cleanings. Online Appointment Requests
Rinse your mouth, floss to remove debris, take over-the-counter pain relievers, and see a dentist as soon as possible. Online Appointment Requests
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline. Online Appointment Requests