FAQ

What is the role of bone grafting in dental implant treatment?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS September 27, 2023 Reading Time: 1 minute

Bone grafting may be necessary when a patient’s jawbone lacks sufficient density or volume to support dental implants. It helps create a stable foundation for implant placement.

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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.

FAQ

What causes teeth to chip or break?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS July 17, 2023 6:56 pm Reading Time: 1 minute

Causes include biting on hard objects, trauma, cavities that weaken the tooth, large old fillings, or habits like grinding. Online Appointment Requests

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Do I need to change my toothbrush after being sick?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS August 25, 2023 7:09 pm Reading Time: 1 minute

Yes, it’s a good practice to replace your toothbrush after an illness to prevent re-infection. Online Appointment Requests

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Can I wear a mouthguard for sports with porcelain veneers?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS October 14, 2023 5:36 pm Reading Time: 1 minute

Wearing a mouthguard for sports is advisable with porcelain veneers to protect them from potential damage during physical activities. Online Appointment Requests

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How can I treat receding gums?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS August 21, 2023 5:41 am Reading Time: 1 minute

Practice good oral hygiene, consider dental procedures like scaling and root planing, surgical grafts, or using specifically designed toothbrushes or toothpaste. Online Appointment Requests

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What is the function of canines?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS July 26, 2023 3:21 am Reading Time: 1 minute

These pointed teeth are for tearing food and guiding other teeth into position when the jaws close. Online Appointment Requests

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What are the benefits of dental implants?

ByDr Susan Pan, DDS August 26, 2023 2:42 pm Reading Time: 1 minute

They provide stable tooth replacement, prevent bone loss, maintain facial structure, don’t affect adjacent teeth, and restore natural function and appearance. Online Appointment Requests