How should I handle dental emergencies while traveling?
Seek immediate care from a local dentist or hospital. Travel insurance that includes dental emergencies is recommended.
Seek immediate care from a local dentist or hospital. Travel insurance that includes dental emergencies is recommended.
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.
To remove food particles and plaque from between teeth and under the gumline, areas a toothbrush can’t reach, and prevent cavities and gum disease. Online Appointment Requests
Causes include acidic foods/drinks, acid reflux, dry mouth, grinding, certain medications, genetics, and environmental factors. Online Appointment Requests
Night guards are protective devices worn at night to prevent teeth grinding or clenching. Online Appointment Requests
A proxabrush with a silicone coating, textured surface, flexible neck, tapered bristles, fluoride coating, angled neck, and extended handle can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.
Porcelain veneers can effectively create more even and symmetrical edges on teeth, enhancing their overall appearance. Online Appointment Requests