What is a dental implant?
A titanium post surgically placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth, providing a base for a crown.
A titanium post surgically placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth, providing a base for a crown.
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.
A silicone-tipped toothpick can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Braces placed behind the teeth, making them virtually invisible, yet they can be as effective as traditional braces.
They can be taken inside the mouth (intraoral) or outside (extraoral), using a small film or sensor and a controlled burst of X-ray radiation.
Some individuals may experience temporary speech changes or a mild lisp when they first start wearing Invisalign aligners. This usually improves over time.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to create a more even and functional biting surface on a tooth, enhancing its appearance.
Genetics, premature loss of baby teeth, thumb-sucking, injuries, and habits like tongue thrusting can contribute.