What is the role of saliva in oral health?
It neutralizes acids, aids in digestion, cleanses the mouth, and contains enzymes and minerals that protect tooth enamel.
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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.
Dental implants are designed to be a permanent solution and should not become loose or fall out when properly cared for. Regular dental check-ups and maintenance are essential to ensure their longevity.
Factors include genetics, premature loss of baby teeth, facial injuries, habits like thumb-sucking, and conditions like tumors or tooth size discrepancies.
Inlays and onlays are fillings made outside of the mouth, usually from porcelain, and then bonded to the damaged tooth.
Plastic coatings usually placed on the chewing surface of back teeth to prevent cavities.
Gum stimulators with a silicone tip, soft rubber tip, textured tip, and massaging tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
You can consume flavored coconut milk with added electrolytes with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of any added sugars and maintain good oral hygiene.