How does a dentist remove tartar?
Using special instruments in a process called scaling, during a professional dental cleaning.
Using special instruments in a process called scaling, during a professional dental cleaning.
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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.
Chewing sugarless gum is not recommended while wearing Invisalign aligners, as it can damage them or cause them to become dislodged. Online Appointment Requests
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The dental implant process can take several months, as it involves multiple stages. Initial implant placement typically takes about 1-2 hours, but the entire process, including healing and crown placement, can take 3-6 months or more. Online Appointment Requests
Similar to an inlay, but it extends to cover one or more cusps of a tooth, providing a middle ground between inlays and crowns. Online Appointment Requests
A dental stimulator with a silicone tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests