Question 1

Where does Dr. Aalok Puri practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Aalok Puri practices at Bethany Hospital - Shillong.

Question 2

What does Dr. Aalok Puri specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Aalok Puri specialises as Orthodontist, Dental Surgeon, Dentist.

Question 3

Who is Dr. Aalok Puri?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Aalok Puri is a Orthodontist,Dental Surgeon and Dentist in Shillong, East Khasi Hills Dr. Aalok Puri practices at Bethany Hospital in Shillong, East Khasi Hills and Bethany Hospital in Thane West, Thane.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 4

Which treatments are given by an orthodontist?

Accepted Answer

The orthodontist specialises in the following treatments:
 ·Straightening of crooked teeth
 ·Alignment of misaligned teeth
 ·Bad bites (difficulty in chewing due to teeth alignment)
 ·Correct problems during facial growth and development
 ·Treat dental problems in all ages children, teens and adults

Question 5

Can an orthodontist perform surgery on my teeth?

Accepted Answer

Orthodontists can carry out the removal of teeth or surgical removal of wisdom tooth. However, he does not play a direct role in surgery. He is responsible for an initial evaluation, pre-surgical orthodontics, planning of the surgery and post-surgical care along with the surgeon who actually performs the surgery.

Question 6

Can I go to an orthodontist if I am planning to have braces?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an orthodontist specializes in straightening your teeth with the help of braces. You may see an orthodontist at the age of six or seven when the permanent teeth start appearing and are crooked in nature.

Question 7

Can an orthodontic help with cosmetic dentistry?

Accepted Answer

Orthodontists can help with cosmetic dentistry. They deal with all types of treatment that align your teeth properly and straighten your teeth. This can be done for the cosmetic purpose to get a good smile. Many times orthodontists are consulted for the cosmetic appearance of teeth.

Question 8

Can an orthodontist perform a teeth whitening treatment?

Accepted Answer

Many times after the braces treatment, you need teeth whitening treatment. The orthodontic who has treated you for the teeth straightening will guide you regarding teeth whitening. Your orthodontic can help you to remove the stain over the teeth from the braces treatment.

Question 9

Who is an orthodontist?

Accepted Answer

Orthodontists are dental specialists who have expertise in diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. They specialize in straightening crooked teeth and the misalignment of teeth.

Question 10

What is the education qualification required to become an orthodontist?

Accepted Answer

If you want to become an orthodontist, you should complete a basic bachelor's degree in dental sciences (3 yrs) after your ten plus two (10+2) science. After completing graduation, you may take a Master's programme (MDS) in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics.

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