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Sura Hadad

Dentist

Dr. Sura Hadad is a Dentist practicing in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dr. Hadad 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 others.
26 years Experience
Sura Hadad
  • Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Should I wait to have my wisdom teeth extracted?

You can take all of them out any time. You don’t have to wait if they need to come out.

How long should I not eat before my procedure?

You can eat before the procedure no problems at all.

Is jaw surgery painful?

You will be frozen for the procedure, so you won’t feel anything. The recovery depends on your body and how fast of a healer you are.

What's done to prepare for porcelain veneers?

The procedure is not painful, and there are different types of procedures for different types of veneers.

Should my child be wearing their headgear every night?

It should be every night. But ask your specialist.

How is a tooth extraction determined?

If the tooth is too far gone and there are no options to save it, then it needs to be extracted.

Are children given anesthesia for cavity fillings?

Yes she would get anesthesia if they are deep cavities.

How often should I mouthwash?

It depends on why you are using the mouthwash. Most people who floss and brush properly don’t need a mouthwash.

What can be done for rotten teeth?

Depends on how far it has gone and what’s left of the tooth. Some treatments: regular filling. If too deep, then root canal. If too far gone, then extraction of the tooth. If left, READ MORE
Depends on how far it has gone and what’s left of the tooth. Some treatments: regular filling. If too deep, then root canal. If too far gone, then extraction of the tooth. If left, it will get painful and infected.

What is the best whitening toothpaste?

No whitening toothpaste will whiten the teeth.

Should I go get my root canal done by a specialist?

If the dentist can do them that’s fine. But if you want a specialist you can go.

Does bottle feed impact the teeth in a baby?

Yes, but if you make sure you either wipe or brush the teeth with water only once they start eruption. You will be fine.

My daughter's braces are too tight. Is there anything I can do?

Braces will be right but if it is to the point it bothers her then take her back to get them checked

I just got a crown fit on my teeth but it hurts a lot. Does it require re-treatment?

You need to check the note, it might be high so go back to your dentist.

My gum hurts where my wisdom tooth was taken out. Is this normal?

It is for a bit, but if it increases or continues, go get it checked.

What is this brownish tinge on my teeth around the gums?

Get it checked out. But gums do discolor like skin, too.

I have white dots on both of my gums and tongue. What could these be?

Get it checked and it could be normal or due to medication or maybe many things.

What is the best way to treat dental plaque?

Flossing, brushing, and rinsing with salt and water.