How do braces move teeth?
By applying constant pressure, they shift teeth in a specific direction. As the teeth move, the bone changes shape to accommodate the new positions.
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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.
Diabetes can reduce the body’s resistance to infection, increasing the risk of gum disease. Good blood sugar control and oral hygiene can mitigate these effects.
It can increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes complications, respiratory infections, and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to improve the appearance of a tooth with a congenital defect, creating a more uniform smile.
For oral function, prevent shifting of adjacent teeth, maintain facial aesthetics, and avoid bone loss.
Depending on the severity, treatments can include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canals, or dental implants.
Tobacco can cause bad breath, stained teeth, gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer.