Why is flossing important?
It removes plaque and food particles between teeth and below the gumline, areas where toothbrush can’t reach, reducing the risk of gum disease and cavities.
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.
Depending on the severity, treatments range from bonding or veneers to crowns or root canals.
Rubber tip stimulators can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Gum stimulators with a silicone tip, soft rubber tip, and textured tip can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
If not removed, plaque hardens into tartar, causing gum inflammation (gingivitis). Without treatment, it can progress to periodontitis, affecting the bone.
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to create a more even and aesthetically pleasing margin on a tooth.
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