What is a pediatric dentist?
A dentist specialized in the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years.
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 provides essential nutrients for gum health and tooth repair, and a poor diet can increase the risk of gum disease or tooth decay.
You can often continue Invisalign treatment with a dental implant or implant-supported restoration, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized guidance.
Playing musical instruments with Invisalign aligners is generally not a problem. You may need a short adjustment period to get used to them.
The placement of porcelain veneers is usually irreversible, as a small amount of enamel may be removed to accommodate them. It’s essential to consider this when deciding on veneer treatment.
To restore the function and appearance of a tooth damaged by decay, replacing the decayed portion after it’s removed.
Wearing a nightguard for bruxism is advisable with porcelain veneers to protect them from potential damage during teeth grinding.