Question 1

Why do patients visit Dr. Meena Syed?

Accepted Answer

Patients frequently visit Dr. Meena Syed for Scaling / Polishing, Pulpectomy, Cosmetic Veneers/Bonding. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 2

What do patients say about Dr. Meena Syed?

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Dr. Meena Syed has been recommended by 12 patients and has recieved stories from 5 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Meena Syed's education qualification?

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Dr. Meena Syed has the following qualifications - BDS, MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry, BDS (Dentist).

Question 4

What does Dr. Meena Syed specialises in ?

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Dr. Meena Syed specialises as Pediatric Dentist, Dental Surgeon, Dentist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Meena Syed have?

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Dr. Meena Syed has an overall experience of 16 years. View where has Dr. Meena Syed practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Meena Syed?

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Dr. Meena Syed is a practicing Pediatric Dentist at Jehangir Oracare Dental Centre. She Graduated from Yenepoya Dental College, Mangalore in the year 2010. Did one-year Fellowship in endodontics from Government dental college, Srinagar where she did at least 10,000 root canals-single sittings. Dr. Meena has completed Post Graduation from ITS Dental College, Ghaziabad in the year 2016.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Does a pediatric dentist deal with straightening of teeth?

Accepted Answer

A paediatric dentist will mainly be responsible for maintaining your child's dental health by regular check-ups and filling up the cavities and treating decays. If you need straightening of teeth, you should see an orthodontist. You paediatric dentist can refer to the orthodontist.

Question 8

What treatments does a pediatric dentist specialize in?

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A paediatric dentist specializes in the following treatments:
 ·Preventive dental care by recommending proper care of the teeth
 ·Correcting improper bite and straightening teeth
 ·Repair of tooth cavities
 ·Dental injuries
 ·Oral diseases
 ·Management of gum diseases
 ·Counselling for harmful habits like thumb sucking

Question 9

Why is it better to take a child to pediatric dentist than a regular adult dentist?

Accepted Answer

Children are not as cooperative and patient as adults during a dental examination. A paediatric dentist receives special training to deal with children and also practices it during the course work. They are trained to make children comfortable and also have the required equipment and offices decorated with children in focus. So, it is better to take your child to a paediatric dentist.

Question 10

How often should I take my child to the pediatric dentist?

Accepted Answer

It is necessary to have a regular dental checkup for your child to maintain proper dental health. You may, therefore, take your child every six months to the paediatric dentist in order to prevent dental problems. Based on your child's oral health, the dentist may suggest how often your child needs to visit.