What is the role of an oral pathologist?
They study the causes, processes, and effects of oral diseases, providing diagnoses and suggesting treatments.
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.
Some might not have permanent successors, leading to retained baby teeth. Genetics, space issues, and impaction can be reasons.
They hold straightened teeth in place, preventing them from shifting after orthodontic treatment, ensuring long-term alignment.
Toothpaste enhances cleaning, provides fluoride to protect against decay, and can deliver other benefits like whitening or reducing sensitivity.
A dental stimulator with a silicone tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
A procedure to treat infection or damage in the pulp (center) of a tooth. It involves removing the pulp, cleaning the canal, and sealing it.
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.