How do I choose the right mouthwash?
Consider needs like fighting plaque, gum health, fresh breath, or fluoride content. Look for ADA seal and consult with a dentist.
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.
You can consume herbal tea with added antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and probiotics with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any staining potential and maintain good oral hygiene.
It can lead to gum recession, dry mouth, tooth wear, reduced taste, and increased risk of conditions like oral cancer or gum disease.
They’re like traditional metal braces but use clear or tooth-colored brackets to be less noticeable.
Some people may experience increased saliva production initially, but it typically subsides as you get used to wearing the aligners.
Dietary habits which include very hard or fi brous foods. In moderation this is not a concern, but an excessive habit of eating particularly abrasive foods can lead to tooth abrasion. Examples of this would be sunfl ower seeds, certain grains and nuts.
Dental products come in a wide range of abrasiveness. Because exposure to abrasive toothpastes occurs on a daily basis, it is important to select products that will minimize the abrasive risk to your teeth.
Examples include toothbrushes with excessively hard bristles and some toothpastes that contain highly abrasive particles.
A dental irrigator can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.