CASE DISCUSSION

ಬಿಡಿಎಸ್ನಂತರ ವೃತ್ತಿ ಅವಕಾಶಗಳು – ಯುವ ದಂತ ವೈದ್ಯರಿಗೆ ಮಾರ್ಗದರ್ಶನ , Career Oppurtunities After BDS - Guide for Young Dentists

Presented from by Dr. Santosh R Patil

Case Description

After completing BDS, young dentists have a wide range of career paths to explore. They can pursue clinical practice by opening their own dental clinic or joining established hospitals and dental chains. Specializations like orthodontics, oral surgery, and prosthodontics offer advanced expertise...

Case Summary

The discussion revolves around career options for dental graduates (BDS), particularly the viability of general practice without specialization. Experts suggest focusing on acquiring practical skills through training centers and consulting opportunities. Building expertise in areas like implantology and patient communication is emphasized for success in private practice.

Speaker Profile

Dr. Santosh R Patil

Professor, Oral Medicine and Radiology, CDCRI, C.G and Adjunct Prof. Saveetha Institute of Medical Sciences, Chennai

Dr. Santosh R. Patil, MDS, PhD (Oral Medicine & Radiology), is a distinguished academician and researcher with extensive teaching, clinical, and research experience. Over the course of his career, he has served in various academic positions including Senior Lecturer, Reader, Assistant Professor, and currently as Professor at Chhattisgarh Dental College and Research Institute, Rajnandgaon. His expertise spans oral medicine, radiology, and medical writing, with a proven track record in developing and reviewing scientific manuscripts, clinical study reports, research protocols, and grant applications. Dr. Patil has published widely in reputed international journals and has a significant citation impact, with a Google Scholar h-index of 34 and Scopus h-index of 21. His work focuses on oral oncology, artificial intelligence in dentistry, clinical diagnostics, and advancing treatment modalities, making him a leading contributor to dental research and education worldwide.