What is the role of a dental hygienist?
They provide preventive oral care, including teeth cleaning, scaling, and polishing, and educate patients about oral health.
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 tooth that hasn’t erupted because it’s blocked by other teeth, bone, or soft tissue.
Maintain oral hygiene, use fluoride toothpaste, limit sugary and acidic foods, drink water, and see a dentist regularly.
They can lead to tooth decay, as the sugars feed oral bacteria that produce acid, weakening tooth enamel.
They’re like traditional metal braces but use clear or tooth-colored brackets to be less noticeable.
Use a soft baby toothbrush and water or fluoride-free toothpaste. Begin flossing when two teeth touch each other.
In some cases, minor adjustments may be needed after the veneers are placed to ensure proper fit and alignment.