Why should I get fluoride treatments?
They strengthen tooth enamel, making teeth more resistant to decay, and can help reverse early stages of decay.
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.
It affects overall health, function, and aesthetics. Poor oral health can lead to pain, tooth loss, infections, and other systemic health issues.
They contain abrasives and chemicals that help remove surface stains from teeth, but don’t change the intrinsic color of the teeth.
Factors include aging, tobacco use, consuming staining foods/drinks, certain medications, trauma, excessive fluoride, or genetics.
Pain, swelling, redness in gums, bad taste, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Immediate dental care is essential.
A proxabrush with a silicone coating and textured surface can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Depending on the procedure, it’s often recommended to wait 24-48 hours before engaging in strenuous activity to allow for proper healing.