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Dr. Sheena Bhatia
Dentist
Dr. Sheena Bhatia is a Dentist practicing in Brea, California. Dr. Bhatia specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many other responsibilities.
Dr. Sheena Bhatia
- Brea, California
- VS Dental College and Hospital
- Accepting new patients
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Can pregnant women go to the dentist?
Yes it is safe In the second trimester usually but with the gynecologists clearance . Nothing elective should be done but if in pain or something bothering then yes. With gratitude READ MORE
Yes it is safe In the second trimester usually but with the gynecologists clearance . Nothing elective should be done but if in pain or something bothering then yes. With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Do crowns on dental implants feel natural?
Yes if done correctly they do feel like natural teeth crowns . They have to be taken care of with proper hygiene just like natural teeth or a little more. With gratitude Sheena READ MORE
Yes if done correctly they do feel like natural teeth crowns . They have to be taken care of with proper hygiene just like natural teeth or a little more. With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Can you chew gum with dentures?
Would recommend not too as everything is chemically bonded like teeth in dentures and also the forces can dislodge dentures. . Try switch with mints instead of gum . With gratitude READ MORE
Would recommend not too as everything is chemically bonded like teeth in dentures and also the forces can dislodge dentures. . Try switch with mints instead of gum . With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Can partial dentures cause gum pain?
Yes initially as they are settling In you might have to get them adjusted and polished . They can cause sores and Gum pain . But also later if the pain is around the gums of the READ MORE
Yes initially as they are settling In you might have to get them adjusted and polished . They can cause sores and Gum pain . But also later if the pain is around the gums of the supporting teeth , one should get them checked As the supporting teeth are usually made weaker with the forces from the partials . With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Do you fix a broken dental bridge?
Usually bridges cannot be repaired unless its just porcelain chipped in a very small area .the dentist will evaluate the reason why it broke and decide the design and material READ MORE
Usually bridges cannot be repaired unless its just porcelain chipped in a very small area .the dentist will evaluate the reason why it broke and decide the design and material of the new bridge accordingly . With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Two cavities, one tooth, big decay?
Every Back tooth has 6 surfaces so on your case it looks like 2 of those surfaces have cavities . Which is not uncommon and since you are proactive and getting them taken care READ MORE
Every Back tooth has 6 surfaces so on your case it looks like 2 of those surfaces have cavities . Which is not uncommon and since you are proactive and getting them taken care of it should be fine . It does not look like they have gone too far into the tooth but x rays Would tell better . So don’t worry and get them taken care of . From the pictures it looks like you should be ok .
Hope this helps.
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Hope this helps.
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Is Invisalign as good as oral braces?
Both will straighten teeth but Invisalign needs more compliance because the aligners have to be worn 21-22 hours a day and the Positive is that you can keep your oral hygiene READ MORE
Both will straighten teeth but Invisalign needs more compliance because the aligners have to be worn 21-22 hours a day and the Positive is that you can keep your oral hygiene better with aligners / Invisalign since you can take them off and brush and floss .
With braces your compliance is mainly with elastics stage but then it’s more effort to keep your oral hygiene clean. .
So it really depends on the person .
Hope this helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With braces your compliance is mainly with elastics stage but then it’s more effort to keep your oral hygiene clean. .
So it really depends on the person .
Hope this helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
How long do new dentures take to settle?
There is a transition period for dentures . Usually a couple of weeks . Expect sore spots and sometimes Slight inflammation . Please see your dentist as needed for these adjustments READ MORE
There is a transition period for dentures . Usually a couple of weeks . Expect sore spots and sometimes
Slight inflammation . Please see your dentist as needed for these adjustments and make sure that dentures are not in the mouth when sleeping at night and that they are cleaned regularly. Hope that helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Slight inflammation . Please see your dentist as needed for these adjustments and make sure that dentures are not in the mouth when sleeping at night and that they are cleaned regularly. Hope that helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
I feel pressure in my extraction socket?
Thank you for your e mail . Sone pressure/ soreness can be felt after an extraction but should be getting better every day . Stay away from eating extremely hot foods or anything READ MORE
Thank you for your e mail . Sone pressure/ soreness can be felt after an extraction but should be getting better every day . Stay away from eating extremely hot foods or anything with sharp edges like tortilla chips . Try keeping it clean but don’t keep pulling your cheek to see how it’s looking .
Tlc the area for about 2 weeks and avoid heavy lifting/ jumping / or running or any strenuous exercise .
If anything unusual or any pain or pressure increase please contact your dentist .
OTC Advil can help .
Hope this helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Tlc the area for about 2 weeks and avoid heavy lifting/ jumping / or running or any strenuous exercise .
If anything unusual or any pain or pressure increase please contact your dentist .
OTC Advil can help .
Hope this helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Do I need any teeth removed?
You should see your dentist . These teeth might be able to be saved . So sooner you take action better is the prognosis .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Is it painful to get a crown put on your tooth?
A crown is usually placed if there is a large existing filling or a large decay that compromises the tooth structure . Usually not a painful procedure . If the nerve is close to READ MORE
A crown is usually placed if there is a large existing filling or a large decay that compromises the tooth structure . Usually not a painful procedure . If the nerve is close to the decay or the old filling then can get symptoms and your dentist would let you know if that is the case . Otherwise a commonly done procedure and just slight sensitivity and maybe sone soreness is expected when you have the temporary crown on ( unless it’s a same day crown ) .
Hope that helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Hope that helps .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
What type of braces close gaps?
Any kind of alignment ( metal braces / clear aligner therapy / Invisalign ) will close the gaps but the main thing is retention after the closure and why habits like tongue thrusting READ MORE
Any kind of alignment ( metal braces / clear aligner therapy / Invisalign ) will close the gaps but the main thing is retention after the closure and why habits like tongue thrusting or high Frenum so the reason needs to be known and addressed .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Do I need a root canal for a crown?
Not always . If the decay is deep or the tooth gets symptoms then the dentist would recommend it .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Do I have to wear rubber bands all day?
Yes usually the rubber bands should be worn all day and just taken out only to eat and then new ones on after eating . If it is causing any discomfort then please let your READ MORE
Yes usually the rubber bands should be worn all day and just taken out only to eat and then new ones on after eating . If it is causing any discomfort then please let your dentist know .
Hope that helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Hope that helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Tooth extraction
As long as the food is soft you should be good eating it after 1-2 days Just keep the extraction area clean with warm salt water rinses . The first 2 weeks just baby that area READ MORE
As long as the food is soft you should be good eating it after 1-2 days Just keep the extraction area clean with warm salt water rinses .
The first 2 weeks just baby that area like no hard brushing and no touching the area with your tongue though .
Hope that helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
The first 2 weeks just baby that area like no hard brushing and no touching the area with your tongue though .
Hope that helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Braces
The first week or so can be sore and getting used to the wires takes about a week or so but keep wax ( your dentist will give it to you ) with you always . Hope this helps With READ MORE
The first week or so can be sore and getting used to the wires takes about a week or so but keep wax ( your dentist will give it to you ) with you always . Hope this helps
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
When can I rinse with chlorhexidine after tooth extraction?
Usually after 24 hours of the extraction and just rinse gently for the next 2 weeks. Hope that helps.
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Are teeth bridges permanent?
They are fixed which means you don ‘T have to take them off and put them on like a partial . But they need to be cared for just like natural teeth . With gratitude Sheena Bhatia, READ MORE
They are fixed which means you don ‘T have to take them off and put them on like a partial . But they need to be cared for just like natural teeth .
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
With gratitude
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
When can I brush my teeth with toothpaste after an extraction?
The extraction site is tender so be careful for about 2 weeks. To clean the gums very gently you can dip gauze in a mouthwash and just carefully and gently clean around the area, READ MORE
The extraction site is tender so be careful for about 2 weeks. To clean the gums very gently you can dip gauze in a mouthwash and just carefully and gently clean around the area, but do not poke or touch the site itself with your fingers or the tongue.
Hope this helps,
With gratitude,
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Hope this helps,
With gratitude,
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
How long will new dentures hurt?
Dentures take sone time to get used to. Initially, you will have to see the dentist a couple of times so he can adjust the dentures and recommend or give you some topical medicine READ MORE
Dentures take sone time to get used to. Initially, you will have to see the dentist a couple of times so he can adjust the dentures and recommend or give you some topical medicine for the sore areas. Till then, if they hurt, take them out when you can and give the gums some rest.
Hope that helps.
With gratitude,
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
Hope that helps.
With gratitude,
Sheena Bhatia, DDS
