Dental implants offer several advantages, including excellent durability, a natural appearance, improved chewing and speaking abilities, and the prevention of bone loss in the jaw. They do not rely on adjacent teeth for support, unlike bridges, making them a conservative choice.
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.
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.
Bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars, producing acids that weaken tooth enamel, leading to decay.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with a dental splint or retainer, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized guidance.
Dental implants can be used in conjunction with orthodontic treatment to correct tooth alignment and bite issues. Your orthodontist and dentist will collaborate on a treatment plan.
Interdental brushes with a silicone coating, textured surface, flexible neck, tapered bristles, fluoride coating, and angled neck can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
You can consume herbal kombucha with added probiotics, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and collagen with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of its acidity and maintain good oral hygiene.
