Question 1

Where does Dr. Salim Y Shaikh practice?

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Dr. Salim Y Shaikh practices at Ribah Nursing Home - Andheri West.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Salim Y Shaikh?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Salim Y Shaikh for Teeth Whitening, Dental Braces Fixing, Paedodontics. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Salim Y Shaikh's education qualification?

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Dr. Salim Y Shaikh has the following qualifications - BDS.

Question 4

What does Dr. Salim Y Shaikh specialises in ?

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Dr. Salim Y Shaikh specialises as Dentist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Salim Y Shaikh have?

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Dr. Salim Y Shaikh has an overall experience of 19 years. View where has Dr. Salim Y Shaikh practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Salim Y Shaikh?

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Dr. Salim Y Shaikh is a Dentist in Agripada, Mumbai and has an experience of 19 years in this field. Dr. Salim Y Shaikh practices at Ora Dental Care Centre in Agripada, Mumbai,Ribah Nursing Home in Andheri West, Mumbai and Ribah Nursing Home in Versova, Mumbai. He completed BDS from Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College Hospital, Pune in 2006. He is a member of Indian Dental Association. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Teeth Whitening,Dental Braces Fixing,Paedodontics,Scaling / Polishing and Dental Fillings etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

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.

Question 10

How many sittings does a dentist take for Root canal treatment?

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Root canal treatment is a dental procedure followed for advanced decay of tooth that cannot be repaired by filling. In this treatment the tooth pulp is removed, the space is cleaned and filled, and finally a crown is placed on the tooth. The number of sittings for a root canal treatment varies depending on the extent of tooth decay.

Dr. Salim Y Shaikh

Andheri West, Mumbai

Ribah Nursing Home

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