What causes mouth sores or ulcers?
Causes can vary, including minor injuries, stress, certain foods, or underlying conditions. If persistent, it’s crucial to see a dentist.
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.
It helps digest food, cleanses the mouth, fights germs, prevents bad breath, and provides enzymes to assist digestion.
Maintain oral hygiene, eat a balanced diet, avoid frequent snacking on sugary foods/drinks, use fluoride toothpaste, and have regular dental check-ups.
Porcelain veneers can effectively conceal minor tooth fractures or chips, restoring the appearance of the affected teeth.
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.
Teeth can appear translucent when the enamel wears away, often due to acid erosion or bruxism.
It increases the risk of gum disease, tooth loss, oral cancer, and can cause bad breath and tooth staining.