The most debated topic of all the time.... Which is put up in different manners.... Be it whether 'Dentists are real Doctors?' or 'BDS vs. MBBS' or many many other diversifications. But amongst all these... One thing i found which was always common is SHEER STUPIDITY.
Although the origin of such misconceptions is still unknown, but just because they are idiopathic doesn't mean that they dont affect us or we dont have to deal with them. BDS is considered as a Second rate option to MBBS, which is fine regarding the popularity of the two.... But regarding the need and value, i beg to differ. I always wondered why there wasn't so much fuss about BHMS or BAMS courses.... Its been always between the Denticos and Medicos. See! Again a contradiction, because both of them are Medicos, still i would be differentiating them using the 'Dent' and the 'Med'.
Its said that Denticos have it easy, Medicos have it tough in the UG life.... But again, who said it? Actually noone did. We assumed it ourselfs by the ranks and preferences in PMTs. Anyways, being a Dentico, i aint gonna boast or try to prove the worth of my profession. I am just writing what i think. People say we cannot save a life, i tell you, we can.
On the other hand, there is a question of success and livelihood after both of these professions, which unfortunately hangs in the balance of uncertainty. Ofcourse, nothing is guaranteed in life. Its said that a Dentico is more of a complete doctor in himself than a Medico graduate because of the number of procedures he can perform on a patient. But on the other hand, house jobs for Medicos are much more as compared to the latter. So, its not my call, or anyone's call to decide the fate of either of the professions.
In both professions, we can go in whatever direction we want because its not always about saving lives. Sometimes its about making lives comfortable, actually most of the times its the latter. Denticos may go in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery if they wish to save lives, the ultimate dream. And if they want to save lives without cutting and slashing, they may go into Oral Pathology and Diagnostics. Performing surgeries in a conscious patient within a restricted field of work (mouth) aint a walk in the park. There is a way everywhere. I am not against Medicos or anything, i respect them as no doubt they have more knowledge than us and they have a broader horizon for diverse career prospects. But we are here to discuss all the options.
With the latest fields being introduced in Dentistry like Forensic Medicine, its like a cherry and icing on top. The demand of Oral Hygienists in European countries is huge and the awareness for Oral Hygiene is spreading rapidly in India too! There are a whole lot of fields we can opt after completing our graduation. Be it surgeries, diagnostics, prophylaxis, administration, teaching, private practice etc. We have it all.
Here is my message to all the budding denticos out there, Dont let anyone tell you that you are less. You know what you are capable of and know the skill you withhold. As its always said, Dentistry is Science with Art. And the Art is what makes you something more than just a Doctor.
Although the origin of such misconceptions is still unknown, but just because they are idiopathic doesn't mean that they dont affect us or we dont have to deal with them. BDS is considered as a Second rate option to MBBS, which is fine regarding the popularity of the two.... But regarding the need and value, i beg to differ. I always wondered why there wasn't so much fuss about BHMS or BAMS courses.... Its been always between the Denticos and Medicos. See! Again a contradiction, because both of them are Medicos, still i would be differentiating them using the 'Dent' and the 'Med'.
Its said that Denticos have it easy, Medicos have it tough in the UG life.... But again, who said it? Actually noone did. We assumed it ourselfs by the ranks and preferences in PMTs. Anyways, being a Dentico, i aint gonna boast or try to prove the worth of my profession. I am just writing what i think. People say we cannot save a life, i tell you, we can.
On the other hand, there is a question of success and livelihood after both of these professions, which unfortunately hangs in the balance of uncertainty. Ofcourse, nothing is guaranteed in life. Its said that a Dentico is more of a complete doctor in himself than a Medico graduate because of the number of procedures he can perform on a patient. But on the other hand, house jobs for Medicos are much more as compared to the latter. So, its not my call, or anyone's call to decide the fate of either of the professions.
In both professions, we can go in whatever direction we want because its not always about saving lives. Sometimes its about making lives comfortable, actually most of the times its the latter. Denticos may go in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery if they wish to save lives, the ultimate dream. And if they want to save lives without cutting and slashing, they may go into Oral Pathology and Diagnostics. Performing surgeries in a conscious patient within a restricted field of work (mouth) aint a walk in the park. There is a way everywhere. I am not against Medicos or anything, i respect them as no doubt they have more knowledge than us and they have a broader horizon for diverse career prospects. But we are here to discuss all the options.
With the latest fields being introduced in Dentistry like Forensic Medicine, its like a cherry and icing on top. The demand of Oral Hygienists in European countries is huge and the awareness for Oral Hygiene is spreading rapidly in India too! There are a whole lot of fields we can opt after completing our graduation. Be it surgeries, diagnostics, prophylaxis, administration, teaching, private practice etc. We have it all.
Here is my message to all the budding denticos out there, Dont let anyone tell you that you are less. You know what you are capable of and know the skill you withhold. As its always said, Dentistry is Science with Art. And the Art is what makes you something more than just a Doctor.
Written by HARSH RAJVANSHI
Harsh is a dental student at ITS Dental College (2009-2014),
New Delhi, India.
You can read the original article at his blog here
This is not a question to be asked.. its not the question of who is superior and who is not... if u love ur profession and accept our limitation and advantages, then other comments should not matter to u :) isnt it?... The problem is in our mind and not in others :)
ReplyDeleteVery true Suresh Sir. We shouldn't expect others to respect our profession, it should start from us only :)
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