Hi Shubham,
Dentistry is a lucrative profession that is concerned with all health problems afflicting the mouth, teeth, gums and other hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. It is accepted as a professional field which includes dental care and correction.
Those who want to make a career in this profession can purse BDS (Bachelor in Dental Science) or MDS (Master in Dental Science) in specialization areas like Orthodontics, Periodontics, Pedodontics, Prosthodontics, Cosmetic dentists, etc.
Eligibility:
For BDS, eligibility for the entrance is Physics, Chemistry and Biology at the 12th class with minimum 50% marks and for MDS, you must ha
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Hi Shubham,
Dentistry is a lucrative profession that is concerned with all health problems afflicting the mouth, teeth, gums and other hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. It is accepted as a professional field which includes dental care and correction.
Those who want to make a career in this profession can purse BDS (Bachelor in Dental Science) or MDS (Master in Dental Science) in specialization areas like Orthodontics, Periodontics, Pedodontics, Prosthodontics, Cosmetic dentists, etc.
Eligibility:
For BDS, eligibility for the entrance is Physics, Chemistry and Biology at the 12th class with minimum 50% marks and for MDS, you must have completed BDS.
Career prospects:
One can start a career:
In the dental departments in hospitals, nursing homes, dental clinics and health departments as well as teaching departments in dental colleges.
In the Research and Advisory functions of a pharmaceutical and other companies producing oral care products and medicines like toothpaste, mouth wash, gum care products, etc. Self-employment is also a promising avenue.
One can start his/her own individual practice. Many dentists prefer to be in private practice, as it provides the best financial prospects as well as greater independence. Private practitioners work either alone, often setting up a clinic on their own premises, or in partnership with colleagues, sharing resources and overheads.
In dentistry one can also take up work as a Dental Hygienist, Dental assistant or as a Dental consultant to models and film artists which could fetch a lot of money.
Salary:
In government hospitals, freshly trained dentists could begin around Rs 6,000 a month (including allowances), while in private hospitals it could be from Rs 3,500 to Rs 4,000. Postgraduate degree holders can expect to start on Rs 7,000 upwards.
Dental surgeons can earn good money through their own practice. The consultation charges could be Rs.500 upwards for cosmetic filling and can be as high as Rs. 40,000 to 50,000 depending upon the nature of dental problem the patient is undergoing.
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Hi Shubham,