How does coffee affect oral health?
It can stain teeth, cause bad breath, and contribute to tooth erosion if consumed in excess, especially with added sugars.
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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.
Frequent alcohol consumption can lead to dry mouth, increase the risk of gum disease, and raise oral cancer risk.
Saliva production decreases during sleep, allowing bacteria to multiply, producing sulfur compounds and causing bad breath.
Yes, some medications can cause dry mouth, gum swelling, or discoloration. Always inform your dentist about any medications you’re taking.
You can consume flavored coconut milk with added electrolytes, potassium, fiber, and collagen with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to create a more regular and aesthetically pleasing margin shape on a tooth.
A cosmetic procedure where a tooth-colored composite material is applied, shaped, hardened, and polished to repair or improve appearance.