What should I look for in a toothpaste?
A fluoride content, the ADA Seal of Acceptance, and a formula that suits any specific dental concerns you have.
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.
Dental implants can be used as anchor points for braces or orthodontic appliances, providing stable support for orthodontic treatment.
Red or white patches, sores that don’t heal, pain, difficulty swallowing, changes in voice, swollen lymph nodes, or a lump in the mouth or neck.
A proxabrush can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Invisalign aligners can be used in conjunction with braces on specific teeth, but your orthodontist will provide guidance on the best approach.
OTC products are generally less potent than professional treatments and may take longer for visible results.
Options include whitening toothpastes, over-the-counter gels, trays, strips, rinses, and professional treatments at a dentist’s office.