Question 1

Where does Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel practice?

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Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel practices at Arunz Dental Clinic - Kolathur.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel for Scaling / Polishing, Complete/Partial Dentures Fixing, Impaction / Impacted Tooth Extraction. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel's education qualification?

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Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel has the following qualifications - BDS, MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry.

Question 4

What does Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel specialises in ?

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Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel specialises as Pediatric Dentist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel have?

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Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel has an overall experience of 18 years. View where has Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel?

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Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel is a Pediatric Dentist in Kolathur, Chennai and has an experience of 18 years in this field. Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel practices at Arunz Dental Clinic in Kolathur, Chennai. He completed BDS from Meenakshi Ammal Dental College Hospital in 2008 and MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry from KSR institute of Dental Science and Research in 2015. He is a member of Indian Dental Association. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Scaling / Polishing,Complete/Partial Dentures Fixing,Impaction / Impacted Tooth Extraction,BPS Dentures Fixing and Artificial Teeth etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Does a pediatric dentist deal with straightening of teeth?

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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?

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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?

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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.

Dr. A. K. Shanmugaavel

Kolathur, Chennai

Arunz Dental Clinic

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