What is the difference between plaque and tartar?
Plaque is a soft, sticky film of bacteria. If not removed, it hardens into tartar, a hard deposit that requires professional cleaning to remove.
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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.
Porcelain veneers are made from porcelain and are custom-fabricated in a dental lab. Composite veneers are made from a tooth-colored resin and can often be placed in a single visit at the dental office.
To ensure optimal oral health, detect and treat dental issues early, and receive professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar.
Discuss fears with your dentist, choose a low-stress appointment time, use relaxation techniques, or consider sedation dentistry options.
It’s the process of baby teeth (primary teeth) emerging through the gums. It can cause discomfort and fussiness.
You can consume flavored soy milk with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.
You can consume flavored coconut milk with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.