Shradha Sharma B.D.S., D.M.D, has been practicing general dentistry and doing dental research for over a decade. She received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from Mumbai University, India in 1998 and a residency in Esthetic Dentistry Fellowship in 2001 and the D.M.D degree in 2007 from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Sharma has taught and done research at Tufts Dental School for 8 years before joining Melrose Family Dentistry and has also been practicing privately. She’s now a visiting faculty at Tufts.
Dr. Sharma is a member of American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and has published and given lectures on
Restorative Dentistry.
Dr. Sharma has a keen interest in the latest advancements and developments in dentistry and strives hard to provide cutting edge treatment plans with the most economic value and the best interest of her patients. Dr. Sharma has varied interests outside of dentistry from art to adventure sports and enjoys living life to the fullest. She lives in a quiet neighborhood in the North Shore with her husband and their one-and-a-half year old child.
"Our Mission is to provide the finest dental care. We strive to expand our knowledge so that we can treat and educate our patients, family and friends through a lifetime of optimal oral health." (781) 665-2113
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length.
Dental veneers can be made from porcelain or from resin composite materials. Porcelain veneers resist stains better than resin veneers and better mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth. Resin veneers are thinner and require removal of less of the tooth surface before placement. You will need to discuss the best choice of veneer material for you with your dentist.
What Types of Problems Do Dental Veneers Fix?
Veneers are routinely used to fix:
-Teeth that are discolored -- either because of root canal treatment; stains from tetracycline or other drugs, excessive fluoride or other causes; or the presence of large resin fillings that have discolored the tooth
-Teeth that are worn down
-Teeth that are chipped or broken
-Teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped (for example, have craters or bulges in them)
-Teeth with gaps between them (to close the space between these teeth)
What's the Procedure for Getting a Dental Veneer?
Getting a dental veneer usually requires three trips to the dentist – one for a consultation and two to make and apply the veneers.
What Are the Advantages of Dental Veneers?
Veneers offer the following advantages:
-They provide a natural tooth appearance.
-Gum tissue tolerates porcelain well.
-Porcelain veneers are stain resistant.
-The color of a porcelain veneer can be selected such that it makes dark teeth appear whiter.
-Veneers offer a conservative approach to changing a tooth's color and shape -- veneers generally don't require the extensive shaping prior to the procedure that crowns do, yet offer a stronger, more aesthetic alternative.
Exciting News!
We are the featured dental office from Melrose that will be on the new Melrose site that will be up and running in 2 weeks. This link is for people exploring Melrose as a possible choice for living as well as existing residents looking for certain resources. I will let you know when the site is active. If you are interested in going to the "Premier" let me know:
Walk the red carpet
with Mayor Rob Dolan
the Melrose Chamber of Commerce
and the Melrose arts community
as we put Melrose in the spotlight!
Get a sneak preview of the new City of
Melrose website
See the new video feature for local businesses
Be the first to watch the video “Art is Everywhere,” Melrose’s
entry in the Mayor’s Arts Challenge
Vote for the Melrose video in the Massachusetts Cultural Council
video competition
Get the latest news on our new athletic complex proposal
Where: Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School
When: Wednesday, October 13
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Coffee, dessert, and popcorn will be served
Walk the red carpet
with Mayor Rob Dolan
the Melrose Chamber of Commerce
and the Melrose arts community
as we put Melrose in the spotlight!
Get a sneak preview of the new City of
Melrose website
See the new video feature for local businesses
Be the first to watch the video “Art is Everywhere,” Melrose’s
entry in the Mayor’s Arts Challenge
Vote for the Melrose video in the Massachusetts Cultural Council
video competition
Get the latest news on our new athletic complex proposal
Where: Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School
When: Wednesday, October 13
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Coffee, dessert, and popcorn will be served
From the Mayor!
Why Melrose…?
Melrose is a city on the move, and the future of our great community has never been brighter. Without a doubt, Melrose is one of the most unique, welcoming, and beautifulcommunities in the Commonwealth. I feel so strongly about this that I have created aspecial section for you at our city website:
http://www.cityofmelrose.org/Welcome_to_Melrose.htm.
This section is designed for individuals who are making the critical decision of where to purchase a home, live, and perhaps raise a family. As a father, homeowner and life long resident I say without hesitation that Melrose is truly the best community to call home.
Melrose is the perfect compromise between a busy city and peaceful landscape. We have grand old Victorian homes, tree lined streets, lush parks and playing fields, all embraced by a beautiful “emerald necklace” of the Middlesex Fells Reservation, Mt. Hood Park, and protected conservation lands and beautiful ponds. At the same time, Melrose offers some of the most extensive and varied cultural and recreational activities on the North Shore. Our downtown has exceptional restaurants and a wonderful array of shops and services waiting to serve you.
What really sets Melrose apart is the feeling of community that permeates the city. Many neighborhoods are within walking distance of schools, playgrounds, shops, and churches. Melrose is small enough for people to truly get to know one another to promote a cooperative, congenial environment. We are proud of being a community that is open and welcoming to all.
If you drive around our city you will see many signs of construction and building. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but Melrose is committed to investing in its future. We are in the midst of historic reinvestment in our roads, our water and public safety infrastructure, our parks, a new flagship Middle School, and a high school renovation. We are committed to reinvesting in the city we love, to ensure that Melrose remains a community that offers a superior quality of life for all ages well into this century.
Thank you again for considering Melrose. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact my office at 781-979-4440.
Best regards,
Robert J. Dolan
Mayor
Melrose is a city on the move, and the future of our great community has never been brighter. Without a doubt, Melrose is one of the most unique, welcoming, and beautifulcommunities in the Commonwealth. I feel so strongly about this that I have created aspecial section for you at our city website:
http://www.cityofmelrose.org/Welcome_to_Melrose.htm.
This section is designed for individuals who are making the critical decision of where to purchase a home, live, and perhaps raise a family. As a father, homeowner and life long resident I say without hesitation that Melrose is truly the best community to call home.
Melrose is the perfect compromise between a busy city and peaceful landscape. We have grand old Victorian homes, tree lined streets, lush parks and playing fields, all embraced by a beautiful “emerald necklace” of the Middlesex Fells Reservation, Mt. Hood Park, and protected conservation lands and beautiful ponds. At the same time, Melrose offers some of the most extensive and varied cultural and recreational activities on the North Shore. Our downtown has exceptional restaurants and a wonderful array of shops and services waiting to serve you.
What really sets Melrose apart is the feeling of community that permeates the city. Many neighborhoods are within walking distance of schools, playgrounds, shops, and churches. Melrose is small enough for people to truly get to know one another to promote a cooperative, congenial environment. We are proud of being a community that is open and welcoming to all.
If you drive around our city you will see many signs of construction and building. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but Melrose is committed to investing in its future. We are in the midst of historic reinvestment in our roads, our water and public safety infrastructure, our parks, a new flagship Middle School, and a high school renovation. We are committed to reinvesting in the city we love, to ensure that Melrose remains a community that offers a superior quality of life for all ages well into this century.
Thank you again for considering Melrose. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact my office at 781-979-4440.
Best regards,
Robert J. Dolan
Mayor
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