What’s the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?
Dentists address overall oral health, while orthodontists specialize in correcting teeth and jaw alignment.
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.
You can use a tongue scraper while wearing Invisalign aligners, but be gentle to avoid dislodging the aligners.
It removes the day’s buildup of plaque and bacteria, reducing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to improve the size and proportion of a tooth, enhancing its overall aesthetics.
You can consume fruit smoothies with porcelain veneers, but be mindful of their sugar content and maintain good oral hygiene.
Not everyone needs them removed. However, if they cause pain, are impacted, or lead to misalignment, extraction might be recommended.