Career Paths After BDS: Exploring Opportunities Beyond Dentistry

After 5 years of putting in hard work and learning new things, congratulations !!you have finally got your doctorate. But now here arises the big and most titillating question we were afraid to think about all these years.

Dentistry

Exactly what to do with the degree you have hard earned?

Hopefully, your  education has filtered you out of the common herd and a new door to ample opportunities is open to you know What matters is to choose the path that would be most apt for you . 

In this article we would consider some career options that would help you develop a clearer perspective towards your future goal.

Clinical practice 

General dentist practice 

Start your own clinic or join an established dental practice as general dentist.Since experience makes your practice perfect, so this might be the right opportunity to brushen up your skills.

Specialization

Prepare for NEET MDS and persue various postgraduate specializations such as prosthodontics, endodontics, maxofacial surgery, orthodontics, periodontics , oral pathology and public health dentistry.

Government opportunities 

Apply for jobs in government sector at various government run hospitals .You can also fill up for dental medical officer through exam. 

Armed forces

Join the dental corpses in any line of defence army, Navy or air force . It is a highly prestigious opportunity available to only limited number of dentists through a series of qualification exams .

Advanced studies

Fellowship programs

Join fellowship to gain expertize in special dental practice or in advanced surgical techniques .

Masters degree in health administration or public health 

MPH aid you to expant your career into public health management sector.

Research and Ph.D

Persue research and doctral studies in dental science or related field.

Academic opportunities 

Teaching

Join dental Colleges through professorship exam and become a leading hand in contributing to future dentists.

Research

Engage in research projects , publish papers and contribute to advancements in dental science.

International opportunities

Practice abroad

Clear required licencing exams as per the requirements of different countries (like INDBE for USA , ORE for UK ) and you can land into handsome money.

Advanced course

Enroll in in international postgraduate programs or other specialisation courses . 

Corporate sector 

Dental product company 

Work in dental manufacturing industry as advisor or manufacturer.

Insurance company

Work at various insurance company as dental consultant for health insurance firms.

Continuing education

Short term courses 

Enhance your skills through courses in cosmetic dentistry , implantology , laser dentistry , etc.

Workshops and seminars

Participate in various workshops and improve your knowledge. Join any dental community that would introduce you to the latest advancements of the field.

Entrepreneurship

Dental clinics 

Start and manage your own dental practice or even chain of clinics.

Dental labs

Establish a dental laboratory supplying prosthodontic and orthodontic appliances.

Dental tourism 

Develop a business catering international patients seeking an affordable dental treatment.

Non clinical roles

Health care management 

You can work in hospital administration or health care management.

Medical writing and journalism

Write for dental journals , magazines or even your own health blog.

Social work

You can work with NGOs or other health communities focusing on dental health and hygiene. 

Alternative careers 

•Aesthetic dentistry 

•Cosmetic dentistry

•Forensic odontology

•Dental informatics

By considering these  options you can carve out a career path  that align with your skills , interests and long- term professional goals . 

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