Question 1

Where does Dr. Shankar practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shankar practices at Sankara Dental Clinic - Kottivakkam.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Shankar?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Shankar for Artificial Teeth, Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Dentistry, Impaction / Impacted Tooth Extraction. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What do patients say about Dr. Shankar?

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Dr. Shankar has been recommended by 4 patients and has recieved stories from 2 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 4

What is Dr. Shankar's education qualification?

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Dr. Shankar has the following qualifications - BDS, MDS - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

Question 5

What does Dr. Shankar specialises in ?

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Dr. Shankar specialises as Dentist, Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon.

Question 6

How many years of experience does Dr. Shankar have?

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

Question 7

Who is Dr. Shankar?

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Dr. Shankar is a Dentist and Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon in Kottivakkam, Chennai and has an experience of 24 years in these fields. Dr. Shankar practices at Sankara Dental Clinic in Kottivakkam, Chennai,Dr. Prabhu Dental Studio in Velachery, Chennai and Shankara Dental Clinic in Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai. He completed BDS from Thai Moogambigai Dental College Hospital in 2002 and MDS - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from Ragas Dental College Hospital in 2007. He is a member of Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India (AOMSI). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Artificial Teeth,Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Dentistry and Impaction / Impacted Tooth Extraction etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 8

Who is a dentist?

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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 9

What education qualifications are mandatory for a Dentist?

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A doctoral degree in the field of dental medicine or dental surgery is required to become a dentist. The pre-requisite for doing a dental course is a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a science related field. Qualifying in the dental admission exam and enrolling in a dental school are the next steps.

Question 10

Should I consult a dentist for bad breath?

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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.

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