Question 1

Where does Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf practice?

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Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf practices at 32 Whites Dental  Clinic & Implant Centre - Mohammed Ali Road.

Question 2

What is Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf's education qualification?

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Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf has the following qualifications - BDS.

Question 3

What does Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf specialises in ?

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Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf specialises as Dentist, Implantologist.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf have?

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Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf has an overall experience of 24 years. View where has Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf?

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Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf is a Dentist and Implantologist in Mohammed Ali Road, Mumbai and has an experience of 24 years in these fields. Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf practices at 32 Whites Dental Clinic & Implant Centre in Mohammed Ali Road, Mumbai. He completed BDS from D Y Patil Dental College, Navi Mumbai (New Mumbai) in 2002. He is a member of Dental Council of India.. 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.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

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.

Question 10

Will a dentist perform surgery for wisdom tooth removal?

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People who develop wisdom tooth may require extraction at a later time. A dentist is the right person to perform extraction of wisdom tooth. Once you book an appointment for tooth extraction, the dentist will appraise you of the entire procedure and after care. Sedation, numbing, tissue removal, bone removal, and tooth extraction are the steps of wisdom tooth removal.

Dr. Shaikh M. Altaf

Mohammed Ali Road, Mumbai

32 Whites Dental Clinic & Implant Centre

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