Dr. Olga Shaposhnikov, DDS, MS
Prosthodontist | Prosthodontics
39 5th Avenue NYC NY, 10003Rating
5/5
About
"I love dentistry, because every situation is FIXABLE! There is always a treatment option to dental problems, no matter whether it's just a few cavities, or if the patient hasn't been to the dentist in years and needs a full mouth rehabilitation. With teeth there is ALWAYS a solution."
Dr. Olga Shaposhnikov was trained at New York University College of Dentistry, and received a Master's Degree in prosthodontics from Columbia University. She has been in private practice for over 10 years, working in Beverly Hills, CA, and New York City.
Dr. Shaposhnikov strives to make her patients treatment as pleasant and anxiety free as possible. She has successfully transformed many smiles over the years making her one of New York City's premier Prosthodontists. She takes smile design very seriously and this talent along with her bedside manner and gentle hands are her assets. She believes in delivering beautiful, natural looking smiles with the most conservative techniques possible and has mastered the art of veneers, porcelain crowns and a combination of both to deliver the best possible results.
When not busy at the office, she enjoys painting, cooking and gardening. She is also an accomplished aerialist, and equestrian.
Education and Training
New York University Doctor of Dental Surgery 2001
Columbia University Master of Science 2003
Provider Details
Dr. Olga Shaposhnikov, DDS, MS's Expert Contributions
Veneers or invisalign?
Invisalign is definitely worth it! READ MORE
Are you put to sleep for a tooth extraction?
Sometimes. READ MORE
Can veneers cause gum pain?
Yes, that’s possible. Sometimes some bonding cement is left behind and can cause gingival inflammation and pain. If there are gaps between the veneer and tooth, pain may occur. If the veneers go up too high below the gum line , pain may occur. Please go see your dentist for a consultation. READ MORE
White tongue
That can be caused by teeth clenching or malocclusion. It also looks like you’re in desperate need of a dental cleaning and exam. Please follow up with you dentist . READ MORE
How can I treat an infected tooth without a root canal?
If the decay infected the nerve, the only 2 solutions are either root canal therapy or extraction. READ MORE
Can you fix the misaligned jaw?
If the misalignment is caused by the teeth being crowded or rotated, etc… then orthodontic therapy with Invisalign is a straightforward treatment. If the misalignment is due to a skeleton relationship (the lower jaw bigger then the upper jaw) then a surgical correction followed by orthodontic therapy is indicated. READ MORE
How long after the implant will I get a crown?
If the implant was placed in the lower jaw, usually, a crown is placed 3 months later. If the implant was placed in the upper jaw, on average a crown is placed 4-6 months later. READ MORE
What's the best toothpaste for gingivitis?
The best treatment for gingivitis is professional dental cleanings twice a year, and daily use of floss. READ MORE
How long is recovery from dental bone graft?
Usually bone grafts take 6-8 weeks to heal. READ MORE
Is jaw corrective surgery recovery painful?
Any surgical recovery is uncomfortable. Expect 1 week of lying low and taking pain meds, but second week and onwards the recovery is manageable and easier. READ MORE
Can I fix gingivitis at home?
Floss FLOSS FLOSSSSS! READ MORE
How long is the recovery for a front tooth implant?
Front tooth implants take approximately 6 months to heal and integrate with the bone around it. READ MORE
Can dental implants cause high fever?
Only if it’s infected. READ MORE
How much bleeding will I have after implant surgery?
Very little… READ MORE
How long after the implant can I exercise?
Next day after surgery you’re good to go. READ MORE
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