Why might I need a dental crown?
For restoring a broken or worn tooth, covering a large filling or implant, protecting a weak tooth, or for cosmetic reasons.
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.
Hold it by the crown, rinse without scrubbing, try reinserting it, or keep it moist (in milk or saliva) and see a dentist immediately.
Avoid tobacco, limit alcohol, eat a balanced diet, protect lips from the sun, and have regular dental check-ups for early detection.
Use desensitizing toothpaste, avoid acidic foods, practice good oral hygiene, wear a mouthguard if grinding, and consult a dentist for specific treatments.
You can consume herbal kombucha with added probiotics, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of its acidity and maintain good oral hygiene.
They use controlled radiation to visualize internal structures of the jaw and teeth, helping detect issues not visible to the naked eye.
Certain foods and drinks, like strongly colored beverages or curry, can potentially stain aligners. It’s best to remove them when consuming such items.