WELCOME TO THE MOST DARING & MOST INFORMATIVE ARTICLE ON WHAT AFTER BDS ???
By the time you finish reading this article you will have a more clearer idea as to what to do after BDS …
NO DENTAL COLLEGE WILL GIVE YOU THESE INFORMATIONS …
Informations collected from the experience of many past BDS students .
So Lets Start and Solve the Mystery of What After BDS ?
Before joining dentistry stream ,we are usually not aware of the difficulties that we are going to face . Most of us do this mistake of thinking that doing BDS ensures a smooth career with smooth and easy returns . By the time we finish our internship this dream breaks and we face the stark and hard reality . Every thing doesn’t look as rosy as we imagined.
For certain persons whose father and mother are already in this field things might be a little easy and different. But such cases are exception and if you are first time dentist in your family without any proper back up things can be a little difficult.
In this post lets go through some of the possibilities that lie ahead …
A ) The list is endless , but always remember to choose what u r comfortable with.The best course for an indian would be to do the PG courses in a good college and then invest in a nice furnished clinic or better still be a consultant in some clinics. That way u invest in solid returns.Initial setbacks are common. I know of a dentist who had virtually no good practice for years before he clicked and is one of the top endodontic consultant.
Now here’s the catch . Getting a govt MDS seat is not easy. It not only needs a great deal of hard work , sometimes two to three attempts to get through and there is always the risk of not getting through even after a lot of dedicated preparation.
Here are some of the best articles that will give you an idea on MDS preparation :
http://www.dentalorg.com/preparing-for-mds-entrance.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/mds-preparation-during-internship.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/race-for-mds-pg-entrance-preparation-part-ii-by-dr-gowri-shankar.html
But one got to take the chance. There is this second way to get into private colleges spending some bulk some of money . But some times it works out as people who can afford to pay get the degree faster and easier than others.
B) ACADEMIC LECTURE :
The most common idea that any body has is to to land in academic field as a lecturer …….if u r comfortable in teaching fields.
If u r undergraduate please dont expect high salaries!use it as a platform to learn and prepare for ur PG. Use the help of the aspirants and senior people! If u complete ur post graduation that is a sure shot since u can get sure salary every month irrespective of ur practice..and in a decade or so u can land as an asst. professor or professor and HOD in some college!
But here’s also there is a catch . There has been a steady increase in the number of PG in the recent past and the chances of getting a permanent opening in the college is getting slimmer and tighter.
C) GOVERNMENT SERVICE :
Govt. service is another option.In Tamil nadu,TNPSC exams are conducted with few years gap.so know what it is like in ur place.that way its good even if u can squeeze in just after ur UG.cuz u can do ur PG as a service candidate later …..so get the details..
D) GOING ABROAD :
Its not about financial burden.
Its about wise investment, I mean it.
I would suggest that ypu dont put plans on US as of now for two reasons.The tests will be of difficult nature and u need to accustom urself to the practices there….like the drugs and legal issues!
And the cost u need to incur to attempt once the exam may be huge and its not wise unless we plan to settle there or you already have a solid back up like some relative and even then we cannot afford the loss if we fail.Test fees are huge by indian standards and just to attempt it you need lots of investment.
But of course if one does make it finally abroad as a good dentist then you can be one of the few ultra successful dentists, as unlike India , dentistry abroad is one of the most highest paid jobs . But in the end its you who have to decide and weigh the advantages v/s disadvantages of trying to settle in abroad , as the personal situation varies from one individual to other .
N.B >>> The details regarding the various informations for going abroad can be found here
http://www.dentalorg.com/category/study-abroad
http://www.dentalorg.com/bds-nbde-dds-20-steps-to-dds-the-american-dream.html
E) So whats the most easy way to go abroad ??? GULF ???
The best way is to invest where u can get returns.
One sure shot way is to be vigilant when they recruit in the gulf.Its better you do it after PG.
Still u can go after ur UG and for that one must give the MOH(ministry of health)exam.
WHATS THE CATCH HERE — Once more a catch comes … Now a days the gulf countries are giving jobs on a contract basis for certain duration of time with a minimum duration of 3 to 4 years.But for some people it may not be feasible to stay so long out of the country. So again the situation and decision varies from person to person.
Read the relates articles on GULF Countries Dentistry :
F) Army dental corps is a good idea ….u know y?
They recruit only civil dental surgeons for the job.No competition from any armed force colleges as in the army medical corps where they directly qualify for the same once they graduate from the college !
One can join army as Short Commission or Longterm service. In my opinion its a very good option as >>>>
You get a part to be a part of Indian Army , that itself is highly respectable.
With time you get promotion and can rise to the higher level in the army.
Pay is good with lots of perks .
Its a package of money and respect.
TOP Articles on Joining ARMY after BDS :
http://www.dentalorg.com/dentist-in-army-army-dental-corps.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/dentist-in-navy.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/join-territorial-army-as-an-officer.html
G) If your main goal is to immediately start a clinic then its better if u do so. If u feel you are inadequate in clinical skills then you can do a senior internship to improve your technical aspects and then open a clinic.
H) MBA IN HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT
The most recent trend after BDS seems to be Joining MBA course in Hospital Management. Just now 3 New Articles have been published to describe in detail about the course & Career options .
One Line View : This new option is gaining popularity and providing an alternative and better source of employment .Read the articles below in detail.
http://www.dentalorg.com/hospital-administration-after-b-d-s.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/hospital-administration-after-bds-mds.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/hospital-administration-bds.html
Summary >>>
From the above posts we now have following options after BDS >>>
- Army dental corps
- Pre PG- assist some dentist or put up clinic or senior internship or teaching or govt. placement.then
- PG entrance and MDS.then
- Gulf or academics or clinics or army dental corps or govt. placement.
- Choose well before u go to any other country….
- MBA in Hospital Management
So as the say goes think wisely and choose well before jumping in to any conclusion . Adios Friends !
“Keep Running Towards your Goal … You will reach the destination” ….. Leo Tolstoy
do not do mds fro m pvt colg after bds it not worth.i spend 35 lakh om mds and i get 18k salary as a lecturer
so what to do……….?????? need so much hardwork for govt colg n if after sooooo much hard work didnt got govt coleg then what..?
Don’t worry there are many private college entrance exams also like COMED k etc . Private college exams are there in many states . For Eg there is Haryana Private College MDS Entrance Exam . But COMED K is open for students all over India .
So if you prepare hard for Govt College MDS … You will surely clear the private college exams … and there are many seats in the private sector .
Yours statement is 100% correct.I am on 07-12 bach.4 me now a days each moment kills me.don’t know what to do after finishing my internship.4 me gov job and army would be the best option.
Yes Army is a good choice . Read these articles to have basic idea on how to join Indian Army After BDS …
http://www.dentalorg.com/dentist-in-army-army-dental-corps.html
deb brother you earned a hell lot of respect from me because few tell the truth
i’m in first prof. doing bds
dont knw abt the worst case scenerios till i complete my bds..
bt i’ll keep in touch with u:)
All the best doc … Study well & also do enjoy your college life …
what will be the fee after getting selection through comedk exam?
Its around 2.75 lakhs to 3 per year
please advice i am based in oman sohar with my family after completion of my bds last year 2011 but i cant practise ??
do u know the regulations around??
also my family has applied for migration to canada which is under process may be by the mid of 2013 we will be able to land in canada, i read ur posts on that it was really helpfull ..thanks for such a portal it is of great help !!!
currently for the time being somebody help me with regulations in oma sohar to start practise !!
You have to clear the qualifying exam there …
can you plz tell me scope in clinical research after bds??
hey.. m in my bds 3rd yr…
m really confused to do what after bds…
cz m nt belongs to a dentistry famly..nd also my parents cant pay much after my bds…so its realy hard for me what to do after bds as up to that tym i had to earn as early possible after bds complition..
MAny options are given in the Article … discuss with your seniors about the options & then decide .
hi,
im doing practise since 5 yrs but want some part time to do in morning hrs for extra income but it should be related to dentistry is there any online transcription like job work which can help?
also suggest if i wish to get entry into dental material research work (not clinical research) so that i can get connected directly to big dental companies here n abroad pls suggest.
Yes I have heard about medical transcription … But I don’t have the details about it … I will have to do some research . As there are many Bogus Companies in the market also .
I will publish the infos as soon as get them . Keep visiting the site for updates .
i am studing bds currently in self financing dental colleage wheather i can get mds seat in goverment if i scored well
Yes you absolutely can get admission in govt college . All u need to do is clear the Govt College exams like AIPPG MDS Entrance , AIIMS etc . You can also try for many pvt college exams like COMED K .
hey! Plz cn u tel me bout dds, hw to apply, sylabus, finances etc.
Read these articles http://www.dentalorg.com/bds-nbde-dds-20-steps-to-dds-the-american-dream.html
http://www.dentalorg.com/nbde-dds-2012-latest-regulations.html
All the best … Always refer the American Dental Site & the Embassy before making any final decision .
can i get medical seat for cutoff 192.25 and i am belongs to bc caste if it is not then i can get seat in goverment dental colleage or self financing college
what is the difference between self financing free seat and self financing payment
yaar aippg mai kitni seats hai
Around 120 seats in general category
RESPECTED SIR,
I M A BDS GRADUATE, AND PRESENTLY WORKING IN A DENTAL COLLEGE FROM PAST 2 YRS AT A VERY NEGLIGIBLE PAY. I DONT WANT TO GET INTO PRACTICE. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION AND TO PROCEED FURTHER IN THAT KINDLY GUIDE ME
Will Post Article on that soon after proper research .
hi. i just passed 12th and taking admission in b.d.s college i just want to ask that is b.d.s is good course as career and is it a respectable profession?
Yes .. Its a good course .
But like any other health course it will need time for completion and then settling well . Its not that easy .
So talk to seniors who are already doing it & take a decision … considering your finances .
i have completed BDS. Can i do hospital administration through correspondance? if yes which are the colleges providing this? and what is the scope?
Its better you go for Class Room Course … Correspondence is not try conducive for placements
hey bro ..if i cant crack the exam in canada..then it is possible that i can do another job there and try again again…how many times i can attempt the examm. and from where i can get the material..plzzzzzz
Direct BDS degree you might work as Dental Hygeinist or Technician . But I don’t have the details . Will Publish If I come Across . But for detail info U can always visit the Canadian Embassy
SIR,CAN U TELL ME IF THERE IS ANY ADVANTAGE OF STUDYING BDS FROM MCODS,MANIPAL.I AM PRESENTLY STUDYING IN THIS COLLEGE.WILL I BE ABLE TO DO BETTER RESULTS FOR MDS EXAM AFTER PASSING OUT FROM THIS COLLEGE OR JUST ITS AN ORDINARY COLLEGE.
Its a good college … More than 50 years old …
hey bro can u tell me which has a bright future mbbs doctor or bds doctor in india and abroad bcoz i am quite concern abt my future????????
If u complete your MBBS or BDS in India & then Plan to Migrate USA … Its tough in Both cases to qualify to work in USA . So THink well , plan well before any decision . There are many article in the website that will give you idea about the basic steps .
i finished bds suggest me college for diploma courses in delhi
hello doc, approx. when us the dates suppose to come out for army dental corp SSC 2012.? so that i can keep an eye on newspaper at the same time .
No particular time frame … completely depends on the opening available in the Army
i m very confused …………… which field i should choose bds or bams ??????
Both are equally good n demanding but still i would suggest physiotherapy will have a god option now a days
i heard that now clinical research is upcoming field so can pealse tell me about it? n scope of it after bds?
Will soon post article on it …
Hi, I am bds third year student.People says lot of things about dentistry. they say that bds has no scope.you cant earn good money. Is it true?? was my decision wrong to take admission in dentistry? pls reply
Hi, I am bds third year student.People says lot of things about dentistry.They say that bds has no scope.You can not earn good money. Is it true?? was my decision wrong to take admission in dentistry? pls reply
See … Point is its not that easy … When u enter BDS / MBBS u have lots of hopes . But its a long study & by the time U finish the course , u see ur other friends doing other courses earning around 2o K just afar 4 years of study …So it does become depressing … But u need to find a way out . So read the articles .. weigh out ur options … what u think will be best for u … and then go for it … If u need any tips do contact dentalorg.com
This is the most depressing article i have ever read in my life…it mainly attempts to point out the bleak future n prospects of bds grads…dentists are the most negative people i have seen in my life!!
But still u need to find a way out …
Its not a negative article . It tries to depict the situation as it is . Only when you what is the situation and what are the options you are having then only you can decide what options to choose .
i have just started with my internship and all the confusion has let lose about the future…your article is good….can u please tell me about NEET?? And also about the varoius entrance exams for mds??
Read this Article on NEET http://www.dentalorg.com/neet-mds-entrance-faqs.html
hi, m vry mch interested in pursuing a career in dentistry in canada.. bt der seems to be one major problem, cost.. it’s too much. i did see that u have mentioned abt the loan prospect.. bt isn’t there any scholarship available.. there mst be smthing..
I have heard there are chances of scholarship by the Universities … And after Ur study u will need to work their to repay the loan . But for all the details regarding it you must contact the canadian embassy in India . From their you will get all the latest infos on the Loan Aspect .
HII…….I HAVE COMPLETED MY BDS FROM GOVT TOP COLLEGE….I WAS HAPPY TO GET SELECTION IN GOVT COLLEGE….I THOUGHT THAT MY CAREER IS SAFE…BUT AFTER COMPLETING MY BDS…MY DREAMS BROKE..I STRUGGLED HARDER ONE YEAR….I JOINED CLINIC AND HOSPITALS..BUT I DID NOT GET SALARY WHAT I EXPECTED…..VERY HARD TO SURVIVE IN THIS SALARY…I WAS SAD…THEN I DECIDED TO LOOK OTHER FIELD JOB…NOW M DOING GOVT JOB IN AGRICULTURE SECTOR HAVING SUITABLE SALARY………HAVI I DONE RIGHT??…………IT IS VERY HARD TO SURVIVE IN DENTISTRY FOR LOW ECONOMIC COMMUNITY AFTR PG AS WELL
After PG more options do open up as you can join any college as a staff with steady source of Income .
I completely understand what you went through . At present if you are doing GOVT job then thats great as its giving u a suitable salary .
So what I can suggest is U can think of ways to use ur knowledge of dentistry . U can either open a small clinic and manage it on weekends or you can plan to deal with stuffs related to dentistry . Since as a merit student u will have gud knowledge , u can always use that for future benefits .
wat abt doing clinical research after bds?
Its a new field … Will post more about it soon …
hi,i have read everythng. bt my ques is how cn i earn more money, which option is gud fr me, i cannot spend so much money , m in fynal yr of bds. plzz reply soon????
Do well in Exams & Try for Army Dental Corps
I am in final year BDS from a govt colg of Kolkata.What will be the average salary if I get a job in a clinic or hospital etc..thank you..
It varies from Hospital to Hospital . If you get a govt job then the salary is as per govt pay scale . Around 20 to 30 K .
In Private colleges the salary are on the lesser side .
Hi sir…
I am very much interested to practice in canada after my internship. Heard about the equilency process and came to know its alot easier compared to doing DDS… What is your veiw on this?
Also will the earnings be the same as that of a DDS after completing the equilency process?
i will be very much thankful to you for providing me info on this!
All the details about exam is given in the article itself .
As for the earnings … DDS i guess earning wise is a lil bit more …
Yes, It is very informative and gives lot of scopes for preparation further. Thanks.
Happy that the article helped u in giving ideas . All the best for all ur future efforts .
Hi sir… a good job with the blog u hav done… very helpful… cud u please let me no wether doin a diploma in general dentistry a better option or shud i go for special cosmetic or implant diploma… thnx
In my openion , cosmetic , rct or endo diploma courses will be good …
sir… i completed my bds from govt dental college andhrapradesh.. willing to move towards job based career other than establishing a clinic.. plz suggest me further steps.
If you are interested in Job Based career then Army Dental Corps or Hospital Management can be Useful . See These articles :
JOINING ARMY AS DENTIST After BDS : http://www.dentalorg.com/army-dental-corps.html
Management After BDS : http://www.dentalorg.com/hospital-administration-bds.html
hello sir! can i get the information about the stipened given my government colleges such as maulana azad dental college and kgmc ..
i will b thankful if u can do me the favour
Stipend is either decided by the govt. or the college authority themselves . You can get the correct amount information by directly asking the college authorities .
i m dng my internship in rajasthan i want to give mds entrance exam in gujarat ,i cant find anywhr anythin abt gujarat government exams pls pls tell me whr to apply nd evrythng abt guj govt exams
how to as naval dental doc aftr bds …plz guide me
All has been explained in the article … you will need to keep an eye for the openings and apply … DO try for Army Dental Corps Openings too .
after bds what d way to get govt job,or in any private clincs how much will b salary
HI…COULD U TELLME WHERE CAN I GET RECOGNISED DIPLOMA COURSES IN ENDO, RCT, COSMETIC OR ORAL IMPLANTS IN DELHI OR DELHI-NCR, (NAMES OF THE INSTITUTES OFFERING THESE COUSES) ????
Will soon publish a detailed list on it
and ya info abt regular diploma courses, certificate courses in endo, ortho, rct, cosmetic or oral implants..in delhi or delhi-ncr….not distance learning.
Soon will post a detailed list of the diploma courses & institutes .
Hi Deb, keep up ur good work. I have not come across any other informative sites for dentists than yours so far. I think you are doing a great service for this industry.
Cheers!!!
Thnx a lot … : )
Sir, i read your article….i really appreciate the efforts you have put behind writing the same..
Sir i passed b.d.s last year….i have given neet this year and awaiting results…meanwhile i read your article and i liked the army dental corps thing….i went on there official site but it says the last year entry was 2012 oct 31…can i apply for it now,,,if i cant when can i apply next…my second question to you is am i gonna b made to go through rigorous military training if at all m selected for the job
Once the openings are there Army will declare the openings in the major news papers . SO you can apply that time . During selection process you will be evaluated for Medical Fitness as per the Army Requirements .
See this article … It will help you http://www.dentalorg.com/army-dental-corps.html
Hii..ur article is really helpful!! I would like 2 enquire about hospital administration course…how much would i land up earning n wil i be totally away from clinical work?? Plz rply
Its like a management job . Clinical work as a dentist you can do if u find time . But mostly u will be in charge of the management of the hospital set up . After some experience in the work , u can earn a very good amount when hired by a good hospital . There are many articles in the site about Hospital Management in the website . Do have a look .
is it possible to get a lateral entry to mbbs after bds?
Not in India at present …
is there any scope to go for mbbs after bds???
Yes , U can … But u will need to read for 6 yrs again as there is no lateral entry to MBBS …
Hi,Deb u r doing great job…….i finished my bds in 2009 for past 3 yrs i was working in dental clinic as ass doctor, but my salary pay is very low,and i was very much worried abt my future so i like to change my job…..i like to join in medical coding or clinical research courses is it good for my career…
If you are not willing for MDS etc … Then you can do a course in MBA HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT from a good college & get placement .
sir,i hav completed my bds after flunking for almost 2 yrs…i can afford to get a paid seat for mds…will it be a goood decision to go for mds or shld i go for clinical courses coz i hav a good handwork.can u suggest me of some other courses other than mds which can help me earn good money ..really very confused ..plz reply!!
If you can afford the pay seat then do go for MDS … Cuz once its over the tension of pg is over . Then also you can practice and do well in clinic plus ur career will proceed as an academician also
Hey deb,gr8 work!
Ya articles ar really vry helpful.thanks a ton for all dis.
I’m willin to join army dental corps n even hav a defence background as ma dad is in it..’m don ma bds frm andhra pradesh n in ma final yr..i didn score well in ma 2nd n 3rd yr bt ma 1st yr percentage is good arund 70..i even got bak log..nw ‘m in ma final yr..’ll it affect selections??as da cut off is arund 65%. n if i do well in ma final yr den do i hav a scope in dental army corps??as alt ‘m even tinkin bout mba in hospital management..ny comments??
1st Study well for Final year . Try to clear without back papers and score a high total percentage . Last year the cut off was rumored to be 70 % .
So , study hard and score well .
Do u hav any information regarding Mph in Usa after B.d.s??
Will be publishing soon detailed article on it . Keep visiting the site .