Dr. Supriya Verma

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Dentist

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67 Wall Street
New York, NY
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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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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 03, 2012

What is tooth decay?

Tooth decay is the process by which hard tooth structure is infected and becomes weak and soft. How does this happen? There are bacteria that exist in the mouth and they thrive on sugar. Any Food w...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 03, 2012

How are crowns used in root canals?

When a tooth undergoes root canal treatment the decayed tooth structure and infected nerve is removed along with its blood supply. As a result, the remaining tooth structure is usually a thin ...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Dec 03, 2012

How successful are root canals?

Root Canals can be highly successful. There are many factors that can determine the success of Root Canal treatment. Diagnosis -- The state of the pulp prior to doing Root Canal treatment. An...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Nov 19, 2012

What is teething?

The term used to describe the sequential eruption of baby (primary) teeth is "teething". This can be uncomfortable to a baby as the teeth begin to erupt into the oral cavity. Using a cold teething ...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Nov 01, 2012

What should I tell a cosmetic dentist about my desire to change my smile?

You must tell your Cosmetic Dentist exactly what you don't like about your smile. Be specific as possible. Let your doctor know if it is the color, shape, size, or positioning of teeth, etc. that y...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Oct 23, 2012

How does brushing my teeth stop periodontal disease and plaque?

Periodontal disease is a multi-factorial disease. One of the major factors is Oral Hygiene. (Other factors are smoking, parafunction, genetics). A good oral hygiene regimen (brushing twice a d...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Oct 23, 2012

What is tooth shaping?

Tooth shaping is a way to make minor changes in the tooth shape to enhance their appearance; i.e...uneven edges. Depending on the case a tooth colored material (Composite) can also be added to...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Sep 18, 2012

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the last Molar teeth to erupt in the back of your mouth. They are also referred to as the third molars. When there is enough room in the mouth they can erupt into a functional posi...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Sep 18, 2012

Who makes the decision whether wisdom teeth should be extracted?

A Dentist or Oral Surgeon can help you understand the pros and cons of taking out your wisdom teeth. It is up to the patient to weigh the pros and cons and make a decision. The position of the wisd...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Sep 14, 2012

How long does getting a ceramic dental crown take?

A Ceramic Dental Crown can take one or two visits depending on how it will be fabricated. Most offices use a Dental Lab to fabricate a Ceramic crown. In this way your dentist will prepare your toot...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Aug 21, 2012

Is using a toothpick good or bad for my teeth?

A toothpick should only be used to dislodge large food particles between teeth. It should be used in a way so that the gums or teeth are not harmed. If you have large spaces where food ge...
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Dr. Supriya Verma has answered a question
On Aug 21, 2012

Does everyone who grinds their teeth need to wear a mouth guard?

If grinding takes place infrequently then a nightguard is not necessary. However, if the frequency increases to a few times a week or more then it is important to protect the teeth, jaw joints, and...
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