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Dr. Swati Patil is a Dentist in Andheri East, Mumbai …read more Dr. Swati Patil practices at Dr. Swati Patil's Dental Clinic in Andheri East, Mumbai.read less
Dr. Swati Patil is a Dentist in Andheri East, Mumbai Dr. Swati Patil practices at Dr. Swati Patil's Dental Clinic in Andheri East, Mumbai.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.
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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.
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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.