What is oral hygiene?
Practices to keep the mouth clean and free of disease, including brushing, flossing, mouthwash use, and regular dental check-ups.
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.
You can consume herbal tea with added antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, probiotics, collagen, electrolytes, and herbal extracts with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any staining potential and maintain good oral hygiene.
Aligner chewies can be used to help seat aligners correctly and ensure a snug fit. Your orthodontist may provide them as part of your treatment.
A dentist specialized in the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years.
Invisalign aligners can often be worn with dental splints or nightguards for bruxism, but consult with your orthodontist for personalized guidance.
Endodontic treatments, like root canals, treat the inside of the tooth when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected.
While dental implant surgery is generally safe, there are risks involved, including infection, damage to surrounding structures, and implant failure. Your dental provider will discuss these risks with you and take precautions to minimize them.