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Dr. Sujit Kumar Mohanty, DDS, PC
Dentist
Dr. Mohanty grew up in Richmond. He graduated from the Collegiate Schools in 1984. He then earned his BA from the College of William & Mary in 1988.
Dr. Mohanty followed his BA with graduate work at Columbia University prior to matriculating at MCV/VCU School of Dentistry. Upon completion of dental school, Dr. Mohanty completed a two year hospital practice residency at MCV . He served as Chief Resident during his second year. He continues to be a part time faculty member while maintaining this practice since August, 2000.
Dr. Mohanty is an active member of the American Dental Association as well as the Academy of General Dentistry. Other pursuits include travel and golf.
Dr. Mohanty followed his BA with graduate work at Columbia University prior to matriculating at MCV/VCU School of Dentistry. Upon completion of dental school, Dr. Mohanty completed a two year hospital practice residency at MCV . He served as Chief Resident during his second year. He continues to be a part time faculty member while maintaining this practice since August, 2000.
Dr. Mohanty is an active member of the American Dental Association as well as the Academy of General Dentistry. Other pursuits include travel and golf.
Dr. Sujit Kumar Mohanty, DDS, PC
- Glen Allen, Virginia
- VCU School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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April is oral cancer awareness month, so a trip to your dentist is especially critical, as unlike most other cancers, most oral cancers are highly detectable, treatable, and curable,...
Should I clean partials every day?
Yes you should.
Do you need antibiotics after wisdom tooth extraction?
You don't usually need antibiotics after wisdom teeth extractions unless there is an obvious infection.
X-ray shows dark area at root tip advised to have a root canal, but have never had any symptoms should I wait
In my opinion, if it is asymptomatic and there are no clinical signs of infection, you may be able to wait but it is important to have that tooth checked at every recall appt to READ MORE
In my opinion, if it is asymptomatic and there are no clinical signs of infection, you may be able to wait but it is important to have that tooth checked at every recall appt to see if there are any changes. If there are changes on x-ray, it may need to be treated with a root canal.
Is there a way to make your canines longer/sharper?
It is possible. Please ask your dentist about crowns or veneers to make your canine longer/sharper. This may also be done by shaping your original teeth or composite bonding as READ MORE
It is possible. Please ask your dentist about crowns or veneers to make your canine longer/sharper. This may also be done by shaping your original teeth or composite bonding as well.
Reappearing bump under tongue
So that is some form of a cyst and the sack keeps filling and popping . A dentist or Oral Surgeon needs to remove the underlying walls of the cyst.
How long do you have to sleep elevated after jaw surgery?
That is up to the oral surgeon doing the surgery.
What are the disadvantages of a partial denture?
While partial dentures may restore some function , they do have some disadvantages. Food may still get under them, They may put stress on the teeth upon which they rest.
How long do porcelain crowns last on the front tooth?
That all depends but expect to get at least 5 good years out of it. Longevity my be shortened by forces on the crown, recession and other periodontal issues.
Can you get dental implants if you have had dentures for years?
Of course, you can.Although , depending upon ridge height and width , you may need some augmentation procedures prior to implant placement.
Should you brush your teeth after saltwater rinse?
That is purely a personal decision whether you brush before or after.
Is getting veneers painful?
Getting veneers is not painful as sometimes you don’t need anesthesia .
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Are electric toothbrushes bad for veneers?
As long as you stay with the quality brands like Sonicare or Braun /Oral B , electric toothbrushes will not hurt your veneers.
Do dental braces hurt?
There may be some discomfort with braces especially since they may be
tightened. That is how yyou know they are working.
tightened. That is how yyou know they are working.
Can veneers cause tooth sensitivity?
Veneers themselves don't cause sensitivity but the preparations prior to veneer placement may have caused the sensitivity. Let your doctor know. He/She can help you to reduce or READ MORE
Veneers themselves don't cause sensitivity but the preparations prior to veneer placement may have caused the sensitivity. Let your doctor know. He/She can help you to reduce or eliminate sensitivity.
What causes gums pain?
Gum pain can be due to a number of reasons, Please see a dentist as soon as you can.
Do braces scratch your gums?
If you have a broken or loose wire, it may scratch your gums. See your orthodontist correctly.
What is a soft denture?
A soft denture is made from flexible acrylic.
Can braces cause white marks on teeth?
Yes they can which may be caused by a lack of good oral hygiene . Most white lesions can be treated with non invasive methods .
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Will my teeth hurt after veneers?
Everyone has different pain tolerances but in most cases , you should not have any pain . There may be some sensitivity dependent on the amount of tooth preparation for the veneers READ MORE
Everyone has different pain tolerances but in most cases , you should not have any pain . There may be some sensitivity dependent on the amount of tooth preparation for the veneers .
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Sujit Mohanty DDS
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Sujit Mohanty DDS
How do you treat an infected pulp?
The infected pulp is usually treated with a root canal.
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