Is there a risk of aligner discoloration from certain foods or drinks?
Certain foods and drinks, like strongly colored beverages or curry, can potentially stain aligners. It’s best to remove them when consuming such items.
Certain foods and drinks, like strongly colored beverages or curry, can potentially stain aligners. It’s best to remove them when consuming such items.
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.
Gum stimulators with a silicone tip, soft rubber tip, textured tip, massaging tip, bristle tip, gum pick, and tongue cleaner can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests
You can consume herbal infusions with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any staining potential and maintain good oral hygiene. Online Appointment Requests
It can reduce plaque, fight bacteria, freshen breath, and, if it contains fluoride, protect against tooth decay. Online Appointment Requests
You can use a water flosser for oral hygiene, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests
Using mouthwash with fluoride is generally acceptable after getting porcelain veneers, as it can help maintain the health of your natural teeth. Online Appointment Requests
Need to schedule a dental appointment in Hamilton this Saturday? Excel Dental is open every other Saturday and ready to help you keep your smile bright and healthy. Call 905-529-2164 to confirm availability and book your visit at their convenient location on East Avenue South.