What causes canker sores?
The exact cause is unknown, but factors include injury, stress, hormonal changes, food sensitivities, and certain medical conditions.
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.
Calcium strengthens tooth enamel, which is vital for protecting teeth from decay.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to create a more regular and aesthetically pleasing margin shape on a tooth.
You can gradually resume eating your favorite foods as your dental implant heals and integrates with the jawbone. Initially, stick to soft and non-chewy foods and gradually transition to a regular diet.
Some might not have permanent successors, leading to retained baby teeth. Genetics, space issues, and impaction can be reasons.
Crowns restore a tooth’s shape, size, and strength. They fully encase the visible portion of the tooth or dental implant.
It’s a technique to help patients relax during dental procedures using sedative drugs, yet the patient remains awake.