Dr. Supriya Verma

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Dentist

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Private Practice

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67 Wall Street
New York, NY
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Feb 12, 2013

Why do receding gums lead to cavities?

Receding gums can lead to a cavity because as the gum tissue goes further down the tooth the roots can get exposed. Roots are made of a much softer material then the crown of the tooth and can wear...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 18, 2012

How often must I floss my teeth?

It is best to floss once a day before going to bed. You don't want the food particles and plaque build-up from the day to stay all night long when it can cause the most damage. At ni...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 10, 2012

Why does gum recession cause teeth to feel so sensitive?

Gum Recession can cause teeth to feel sensitive because it exposes the underlying root surface. The tooth root is not covered like the crown portion of your tooth. When it is exposed, the...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 10, 2012

How can I prevent plaque and tartar?

On a daily basis plaque builds up on teeth. Plaque is a soft film that is made up of bacteria and bacterial byproducts. This biofilm is very close to your tooth color and can be difficult to see. I...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 10, 2012

Can I still get cavities if I have dentures?

A full denture will replace all the teeth in an arch and these false teeth will not get cavities. However, a partial denture replaces the missing teeth. The remaining teeth that hold the parti...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

What if tooth sensitivity does not go away?

It can take time for some sensitivity to go away but if it does not go away then there can be many reasons. Your dentist will have to see where the sensitivity could be coming from. If there i...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

Does fluoride help prevent tooth decay?

Fluoride does help prevent tooth decay by helping teeth become stronger and more resistant to the acids that cause it to decay. Fluoride also helps teeth to remineralize and prevent sensitivity. Th...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

What is dentin?

Dentin is one of the four major components of teeth (enamel, dentin, cementum and pulp). It is the second hardest tissue that lies underneath the outer Enamel layer but is not as hard as enamel. It...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

How can I prevent sensitive teeth?

There are many reasons why teeth become sensitive. Generally, having good oral hygiene can help prevent teeth from becoming sensitive from cavities and gum disease. However, even with good oral hyg...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

How is tooth decay diagnosed?

Tooth decay is diagnosed with radiographs (X-ray's), a visual inspection, and with an instrument to test the hardness of the tooth. Not all cavities show up on an X-ray. A visual inspection can sho...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

What are the symptoms of tooth decay?

Tooth decay does not always have symptoms but when there are symptoms it can include sensitivity or pain to hot, cold, and/or sweet, or just getting food impaction. If the decay is severe enou...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

Do root canals involve drills?

Generally, for a root canal, a drill is used to remove and clean the infected part of the tooth and to gain access to the pulp (nerves and blood vessels) of the tooth. After gaining acces...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

What is tooth enamel?

Enamel is the hardest and the most mineralized substance in the human body. It is the outer most layer of the tooth that naturally protects the inner layers of the tooth. If the enamel softens with...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

How does tooth sensitivity relate to cavities?

Teeth Sensitivity can be a symptom caused by many conditions. One condition that causes sensitivity is having cavities. Sensitivity could be too hot, cold, or sweet. Since the t...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 04, 2012

What should I think about if I have a root canal treatment?

You should think about how you can get the best prognosis to keep your tooth. After root canal treatment the tooth gets brittle and can easily fracture. It needs to be restored properly t...
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