Clinical career options after BDS

Clinical Career Options After BDS:

  1. Start your own dental clinic

  2. Pursue MDS in a specialization of your choice

  3. Enroll in fellowship programs across various dental fields

  4. Work in private clinics as a general practitioner

  5. Apply for government jobs in public health and hospitals

  6. Take up short-term clinical courses (e.g., endodontics, implants, aligners)

  7. Do a diploma in clinical dentistry or specific specialties

  8. Explore opportunities in digital and laser dentistry

9.Practice abroad after clearing licensing exams

  1. Work as a freelance or locum (cover) dentist in clinics

  2. Serve as a camp or outreach program doctor

Each path offers unique learning and growth experiences—choose what aligns with your strengths and vision for your dental career.

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Very informative! Hope dentists are aware of these options.

joining the army as a dentist is also an option.

It’s amazing to see how diverse a clinical career in dentistry can be!

From starting your own clinic to exploring MDS specializations, digital dentistry, or even practicing abroad, the opportunities are endless.

Each path not only shapes your skills but also your impact on patients’ lives. Truly inspiring to see dentistry open so many doors for growth and meaningful work!