After obtaining BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) from Amrita Dental College, graduates can pursue various careers in dentistry. Here are some job opportunities:
1. General Dental Practice:
- Many BDS graduates choose to start their own dental practice or join a general dental practice. This includes providing routine dental care, preventive services, and treatment of dental problems.
2. Dentistry Specializations:
- BDS graduates can specialize in orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, prosthetic dentistry, endodontics, Pediatric dentistry and many more. Specialties often require an additional master's degree (MDS - Master of Dental Surgery).
3. Government Jobs:
- Graduates can find jobs in state dental institutions and clinics. Some government jobs may require candidates to pass a competitive exam.
4. Education and Research:
- A career in education and research is an option for those who want to teach or assist in dental research. This path often involves earning advanced degrees such as MDS and PhD
5. Hospital Dentistry:
- Working as a dentist in a hospital or clinic, including providing specialised dental care to patients with complex medical conditions.
6. Public Health Dentistry:
- Collaborate with public health programs, community dentistry programs, and oral health education to improve community health.
7. Dental Products Industry:
- Opportunities exist in the dental products and pharmaceutical industry. Graduates can work in sales, marketing, research or development of dental equipment.
8. Dental Health Public Policy and Management:
- Involved in health policy, management and promotion of dental care at the regional or national level.
9. International Opportunities:
- Some graduates will explore opportunities to practice dentistry internationally by participating in exchanges, participating in the world of international healthcare projects or finding opportunities abroad.
It is important for BDS graduates to understand advances in dentistry through continuing education and professional development. Additionally, those considering the profession must obtain a master's degree (MDS) to improve their skills and job opportunities.
