Question 1

Where does Dr. Karthika Shankar practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Karthika Shankar practices at Invincible Smiles - Dental Clinic - Kelambakkam.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Karthika Shankar?

Accepted Answer

Patients frequently visit Dr. Karthika Shankar for childrens dentistry, Full Mouth Rehabilitation, RCT - Root Canal Treatment. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Karthika Shankar's education qualification?

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Dr. Karthika Shankar has the following qualifications - BDS, MDS - Pedodontics.

Question 4

What does Dr. Karthika Shankar specialises in ?

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Dr. Karthika Shankar specialises as Pediatric Dentist, Dentist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Karthika Shankar have?

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Dr. Karthika Shankar has an overall experience of 11 years. View where has Dr. Karthika Shankar practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Karthika Shankar?

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Dr. Karthika Shankar specialize in age appropriate dental care for children, adolescents including adults with a special interest in psychology and behavior guidance. She believes in dental visits for children should be timed similar to their visit to pediatricians just to ensure that everything is fine not waiting for the kid to suffer in pain from dental infection.. 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?

Accepted Answer

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.

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