Healthcare & Life Sciences
Dentist
Diagnoses and treats conditions of the teeth, mouth and jaw.
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What this career is
Dentistry is a regulated clinical profession focused on oral health, requiring a BDS degree and registration to practise.
- Typical education pathway
- BDS through NEET-UG, followed by Dental Council registration
What professionals typically do
- Examine and diagnose oral conditions
- Perform restorative and surgical procedures
- Advise patients on preventive oral care
- Maintain clinical records
Typical education pathways
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, then NEET-UG for BDS admission
- BDS with internship and registration
- MDS for specialisation
Important skills
- Clinical skill
- Manual dexterity
- Patient communication
- Precision
Suitable student interests
- Biology
- Detailed hands-on work
- Patient care
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