What is orthodontics?
A branch of dentistry that specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities, such as malocclusions.
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.
Interdental brushes with a silicone coating can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
You can gradually resume eating your favorite foods as your dental implant heals and integrates with the jawbone. Initially, stick to soft and non-chewy foods and gradually transition to a regular diet.
Lasers can be used for a range of purposes, including cavity removal, teeth whitening, tissue reshaping, and to harden bonding materials.
Porcelain veneers can effectively smooth out the texture of a tooth, making it appear more polished and refined.
Reasons include severe decay, infection, crowding, gum disease, or if it’s damaged beyond repair.
You can use a dental stimulator with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.