Question 1

Where does Dr. Shivakumar MS practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shivakumar MS practices at Shreya Dental Clinic  - Bagalkot.

Question 2

What is Dr. Shivakumar MS's education qualification?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shivakumar MS has the following qualifications - MDS - Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology, BDS.

Question 3

What does Dr. Shivakumar MS specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shivakumar MS specialises as Dentist, Oral Pathologist.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Shivakumar MS have?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shivakumar MS has an overall experience of 24 years. View where has Dr. Shivakumar MS practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Shivakumar MS?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shivakumar MS is a Dentist and Oral Pathologist in Bagalkot, Bagalkot and has an experience of 24 years in these fields. Dr. Shivakumar MS practices at Shreya Dental Clinic in Bagalkot, Bagalkot. He completed MDS - Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India in 2007 and BDS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India in 2002.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 6

Who is a dentist?

Accepted Answer

A dentist is a doctor who practices dentistry. Dentistry involves the mouth, teeth, gums, and related areas. A dentist takes care of the overall oral healthcare. Common procedures performed at the dentist are tooth filling, tooth extraction, cleaning and polishing of teeth, and minor tooth surgeries like root canal treatment. Within dentistry, there are many specializations that require further training.

Question 7

What education qualifications are mandatory for a Dentist?

Question 8

Should I consult a dentist for bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Bad breath is often due to lack of oral hygiene. In some cases, it may be an indication of some underlying health issue. Consulting a dentist for bad breath is the most logical step. A dentist will perform thorough examination of your teeth and gums to determine the cause of bad breath. Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath.

Question 9

How many sittings does a dentist take for Root canal treatment?

Accepted Answer

Root canal treatment is a dental procedure followed for advanced decay of tooth that cannot be repaired by filling. In this treatment the tooth pulp is removed, the space is cleaned and filled, and finally a crown is placed on the tooth. The number of sittings for a root canal treatment varies depending on the extent of tooth decay.

Question 10

Will a dentist perform surgery for wisdom tooth removal?

Accepted Answer

People who develop wisdom tooth may require extraction at a later time. A dentist is the right person to perform extraction of wisdom tooth. Once you book an appointment for tooth extraction, the dentist will appraise you of the entire procedure and after care. Sedation, numbing, tissue removal, bone removal, and tooth extraction are the steps of wisdom tooth removal.

Dr. Shivakumar MS

Pick a time slot