What causes gum disease?
The main cause is the buildup of plaque, but other factors include smoking, hormonal changes, illnesses, medications, and poor oral hygiene.
The main cause is the buildup of plaque, but other factors include smoking, hormonal changes, illnesses, medications, and poor oral hygiene.
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.
Maintain oral hygiene, limit sugary snacks and drinks, use fluoride toothpaste, ensure a balanced diet, and have regular dental check-ups. Online Appointment Requests
Dental picks can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth. Online Appointment Requests
Professional treatments provide faster results than at-home kits. Sensitivity is common post-treatment. Not all discolorations can be bleached effectively. 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
Using a mouth guard, reducing stress, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and addressing misaligned teeth can help. Online Appointment Requests
Protective plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, preventing food and bacteria from getting trapped and causing cavities. Online Appointment Requests