Being dental students, we all have come across Public Health Dentistry/ Community Dentistry subjects in our final year of BDS. We often tend to confuse Community Dentistry with Public Health courses. A master’s degree in public health will not focus on dental aspects of healthcare but includes all of healthcare as a whole. A Master of Public Health (MPH) degree highlights the productive aspects of the health of the public. We have increased life expectancy, but we are still vulnerable to diseases and bad lifestyle choices. This is where Public Health specialists come in. Their main objective is to improve the overall health and wellness of the human population. It is a noble goal, for sure. But is it something you would like to do? Often, we come across the question of whether a non-clinical field will be suitable for us or not?! An easy way to understand this can be through this example: While a doctor treats people who are sick, those working in public health try to prevent people from getting sick or injured in the first place. They promote wellness by encouraging healthy behaviors. From conducting scientific research to educating about health, people in the field of public health work to assure the conditions in which people can be healthy. The program intends to prepare students for their role in raising community awareness about infectious diseases, preventive vaccinations, injury, violence prevention, and other health and safety issues. The public health sector extends far beyond the conventional view of healthcare. With the help of MPH, you learn more about the issues affecting communities globally and how you can undertake those challenges through educative programming, new public health policies, services, research, or community organizations. There are various paths you can pursue if you’re interested in establishing your public health career. The path of public health is a union of disciplines including medicine that crosses with statistics, management, pharmaceuticals, law, business, technology, environment, and research sciences, enabling you to connect to your passions and discover the right fit. As MPH programs are degree programs, students get a chance to engage in work-related activities. The course curriculum includes the form of an internship or practical training experience where the student understands job roles in the public health field, while under supervision. Some programs may require students to engage in projects such as research papers or grant proposals that show their proficiency in the public health area. Some colleges and universities providing Public Health programs require students to choose a specific track or concentration for the program's completion. The tracks of Public Health are Biostatistics, Healthcare Policy, Public Health Management, Epidemiology, Global Public Health, Community Health Sciences, Environmental Public Health Sciences, Nutrition Sciences, and Maternal, and Child Health. Biostatistics concentration teaches you to apply statistical reasoning and methods to the analysis of public health, health care, and biomedical, clinical, and population-based data. Epidemiology concentration trains students to become public health professionals that possess the skills to critically analyze and understand how individual, social, and structural factors shape population-level health and well-being. You’ll apply descriptive and inferential methodologies to answer research questions and harness the concepts of probability, random variation, and commonly used statistical probability distributions. You’ll learn to implement and interpret the appropriate analytic methods or methodological alternatives to calculate key measures of association in public health research studies. Healthcare Policy and Public Health Management aim to develop leaders who will influence policy and manage organizations to improve and protect the public’s health. You will be prepared to develop, implement, and evaluate policies and management strategies in health care and public health. Global Public Health concentration trains you to engage with local and international organizations to design and implement effective global health programs, applying strategic principles of ethical reasoning and professional practice to advance health equity and social justice around the world. Community Health Sciences helps you apply a social-ecological framework to population-based intervention strategies, as well as the assessment of social, cultural, economic, environmental, and institutional factors that contribute to health among diverse populations. Environmental Public Health Sciences helps you develop a deep understanding of current global policy and practice, and the ability to advance sustainable, equitable, scalable solutions to environmental challenges. Public Health Nutrition concentration trains you to promote health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases and obesity through educational and environmental approaches to improved nutrition and physical activity. Maternal and Child Health help you focus on approach and systems thinking in the analysis of public health problems affecting MCH populations, and the development of interventions. In terms of the job opportunities that a Master of Public Health provides will be some of the following: Government Initiatives like National Rural Health Mission Public Health Education Research Methods, Data Analysis, Data Management Health Care Analytics, Big Data, and GIS Public Health Labs with Epidemiological Studies and Clinical Trials Hospitals and Clinics with Public Health Administration Clinical Research Coordination, Monitoring, and Evaluation Coordination Healthcare Consulting, Corporations, and Industries Regulatory and Advocacy Affairs with Policy Advisory and Analysis Pharmaceutical Firm with Pharmacovigilance and Drug Research International Agencies Health Insurance Advisory with Finance and Economics Public Health + Dentistry Scope : Because you are already trained in health, medicinal practice, and clinics, understanding public health comes easy. You can impact the community as you are a doctor who understands their beliefs and issues not from your curative understanding but with more sociological, anthropological, and community-based thinking. With degrees in dentistry as well as public health you can work in areas like: Research - Stimulate research in dental public health with an emphasis on disease surveillance, health services research, program evaluation, causes of oral diseases, and systemic/oral health interactions. Community Dentistry - Encourage the development and maintenance of community dentistry programs. Improve access to dental care for under-served populations and the quality of care for all people. Policy - Develop new oral health policies that can improve dental health like tobacco cessation control. Develop and provide programs and services that improve oral health issues. It could be free or reduced-cost dental clinics, educational programs, or any number of other things.

Every budding dentist who wishes to study abroad goes through a phase of uncertainty while choosing the country for further education. One of the trendiest options is to select the United Kingdom for further studies in Dentistry. To practice as a dentist in the United Kingdom after BDS or postgraduation from your home country, there are 2 pathways: Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) and the License in Dental Surgery (LDS) Exam. ORE (Overseas Registration Exam) PATHWAY – Most common pathway. A few things to know before starting the process are: You are eligible to register to practice dentistry in the UK without writing the ORE exams if you are a registered dentist from Australia, Hongkong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa. https://www.gdc-uk.org/registration/join-the-register/route-to-registration/recognised-overseas-qualifications For all the foreign-trained dentists, if you do not fall under any of the above mentioned, you need to write the ORE to become a registered dentist in the UK. The ORE is an exam that foreign-trained dentists must pass to register with the General Dental Council (GDC). Registration allows dentists to practice dentistry unsupervised in the UK. The ORE tests dentists' clinical skills and knowledge from outside the European Economic Area (EEA), whose qualifications are not eligible for full registration with the GDC here in the UK. Candidates are expected to meet or exceed the standard of a 'just passed' UK BDS graduate. The exam has to be taken in the United Kingdom as it is not conducted outside the country. Most students either go with the tourist visa to write the exam or take a master's program (either clinical or non-clinical) and prepare for the exams. An important thing to note is - if you do not obtain your visa before the exam date, you'll not be refunded. So, it is better to plan your visa interviews and exam dates accordingly. 1. Requirements before applying for the ORE: https://www.gdc-uk.org/registration/overseas-registration-exam/applying-for-ore/before-you-apply/ You need to fill an online application form on eGDC. https://www.egdc-uk.org/ You need to make sure you meet the clinical experience requirement. You must have at least 1600 hours of clinical experience where you have personally treated patients in the dental chair. The number of hours of this clinical experience will either be hours spent undertaking appropriate investigations and administering dental treatment: during your dental degree, during the post-qualification experience, or a combination of the two. You are required to submit evidence of the English language by taking the IELTS (Academic) exam . Minimum bands of 7 and no less than 6.5 in each section are considered a good acceptance score. 2. Apply for the ORE: https://www.gdc-uk.org/registration/overseas-registration-exam/applying-for-ore/how-to-apply-for-the-ore Once applied, the GDC will send you confirmation about your applications and documents that they received. After this, your eGDC credentials will be emailed to you. The exams consist of 2 parts: Part 1 - Written Exam Part 1 is designed to test the application of knowledge to clinical practice. Part 2 - Clinical Exam Part 2 is designed for candidates to demonstrate practical clinical skills. You are allowed up to four attempts at each part of the ORE. You will have to pass Part 2 within five years of first sitting Part 1. Cost of the exams: Part 1 Exam: £806 Part 2 Exam: £2,929 There are only a limited number of seats to write the ORE exam. Part 1 Exam: up to 200 candidate seats Part 2 Exam: up to 144 candidate seats The syllabus and preparatory material for the exam can be found here. https://www.gdc- uk.org/docs/default-source/overseas-registration-exam-faqs/ore-reading-list.pdf?sfvrsn=690b510a_2 https://www.gdc-uk.org/docs/default-source/ore-part-2/preparing-for-practice-(revised-2015).pdf?sfvrsn=2a7660b9_2 For ORE Part 1 , there will be 2 computer-based exam papers: Paper A covers clinically applied dental science and clinically applied human disease, and Paper B covers aspects of clinical dentistry, including law and ethics and health and safety. Time: 3 hours Questions: Multiple short answer questions (extended matching questions and single best answer questions). https://www.gdc-uk.org/registration/overseas-registration-exam/ore-part-1 Upon passing Part 1, your name will be added to the Part 2 candidate list. For ORE Part 2 , there are four components of the exam: An operative test on a dental manikin ( DM ), An objective structured clinical examination ( OSCE ), A diagnostic and treatment planning exercise ( DTP ), and A practical examination in medical emergencies ( ME ) . https://www.gdc-uk.org/registration/overseas-registration-exam/ore-part-2 Once you have passed ORE Part 2, you will be able to apply for registration with the GDC . After completing ORE and with the GDC assessment team's approval, you will be registered as General Dental Practitioner. ​If you want to work within the National Health Services (NHS) , you will be required to enter a 'performers' list.' To get onto such a list, you will need to be evaluated for suitability. This may mean that you are required to undertake up to a year's Vocational Training equivalence training. LDS (License in Dental Surgery) PATHWAY – Less common pathway. The LDS exam is conducted by the Faculty of Dental Sciences of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS). https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/licence-in-dental-surgery/ LDS gives you post-nominal letters, as it is a degree/diploma awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Many countries accept the LDS as an equivalent exam for registration with their own dental councils. Passing the LDS exam may thus serve as a ticket to practice in many other countries, without having to give the qualifying exams held in that country. If you have a high chance of not settling in one place and traveling across countries, then LDS may be the better choice out of the two for you. To be eligible to enter each part of the LDS exam all candidates must: If holding a qualification awarded by an overseas university or licensing body that is not recognized by the GDC for purposes of full registration in the UK, produce evidence of qualification and a NARIC certificate. 1. Requirements before applying for the LDS exam: Evidence of qualification and a NARIC certificate. In addition, it is necessary to provide certificates showing that the studies and courses undertaken were in line with the standards described in the First Five Years: A Framework for Undergraduate Dental Education 3rd edition (interim). You need to make sure you meet the clinical experience requirement. You must have at least 1600 hours of clinical experience where you have personally treated patients in the dental chair. The number of hours of this clinical experience will either be hours spent undertaking appropriate investigations and administering dental treatment: during your dental degree, during the post-qualification experience, or a combination of the two. You are required to submit evidence of the English language by taking the IELTS (Academic) exam. Minimum bands of 7 and no less than 6.5 in each section are considered a good acceptance score. 2. Apply for the LDS exam: The exam was conducted in 2 parts but from June 2022 it will be conducted in 3 parts: Part 1 - Written Exam Part 1 is designed to test the application of knowledge to clinical practice. Part 2 - Clinical Exam Part 2 is designed for candidates to demonstrate practical clinical skills. Part 3 – Details will be updated soon. You must pass Part 2 within five years of passing Part 1. Up to four attempts are allowed for each part of the exam. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and you may be unable to secure four Part 2 places in five years. Cost of the exams: Part 1 Exam: £900 Part 2 Exam: £1,575 Part 3 Exam: £1,525 There are only a limited number of seats to write the LDS exam. Part 1 Exam: up to 120 candidate seats Part 2 Exam: about 48 - 60 candidate seats Part 3 Exam: TBC candidates LDS Part 1: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/licence-in-dental-surgery-part-1/ You will need to have an RCS online account and know their contact/membership number. You do not need to log in to apply and no payment will be taken at this stage. Completing the application does not confirm your place on the exam. Selection to write the LDS exam is granted via a random allocation ballot and confirmed via email within 24 hours. If you are selected, you are required to complete payment of the examination fee and provide the relevant documentation by the date confirmed in the confirmation email - information on how to do this will be provided in the confirmation email. Part 1 LDS is comprised of two papers: single best answer (SBA) questions and extended matching (EMQ) questions. Both Part 1 papers must be passed in one sitting for candidates to progress to Part 2. The examination will be held remotely online from now on. Exam Pattern: a) clinically applied dental science and clinically applied human disease, b) aspects of clinical dentistry, law and ethics, and health and safety. LDS Part 2: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/licence-in-dental-surgery-part-2/ Only after passing the LDS Part 1, you will be able to register for LDS Part 2 by the application closing date online. Part 2 LDS will be held over a two-day period and consists of two sections: objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) consisting of 12 stations, each of 7-minute duration; the ‘unseen case’ exam - (based on an objective structured long examination – OSLE model) which is designed to test candidates’ diagnosis treatment planning and clinical reasoning. Consisting of four cases, approximately 30 minutes each. The exam has to be taken in the United Kingdom as it is not conducted outside the country. Most students either go with a tourist visa to write the exam or take a master's program (either clinical or non-clinical) and prepare for the exams. An important thing to note is - if you do not obtain your visa before the exam date, you'll not be refunded. So, again it is better to plan your visa interviews and exam dates accordingly. Candidates must pass Part 2 to be eligible to apply for Part 3. Up to three attempts are allowed for the Part 2 exam. It is a candidate’s responsibility to apply for resits. LDS Part 3: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/licence-in-dental-surgery-part-3/ Check out the information on the LDS exam structure change: LDS Structure Change Part 3 LDS will be held over a one-day period and consist of one section: a 180-minute operative assessment on a dental manikin, designed to test your practical clinical dental skills. The examination will be held in the United Kingdom. After passing all the 3 parts of the LDS exam, eligible to apply for registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) . There is a £230 completion fee for those completing an FDS Royal College of Surgeons of England diploma. This fee will be collected once you have passed the exam. Candidates are also required to complete a serology test and a basic life support (BLS) course.

Many dentists want to immigrate to Canada but do not know the entire process to work on it. This post has been long-awaited. Before talking about Canadian dentistry, let's see an overview of Canada as a country. Since it's a very widespread country with a minimal population, the Canadian government welcomed over 1,3 million immigrants in 2021. In the last few years, the country has welcomed new immigrants with two available options: Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker Program - FSWP) or the Provincial Nominee Program. In Canada, dentistry is a regulated and superlative profession. There are more possibilities for foreigners to get settled there with the help of the work they do. Like every profession, dentistry has its prominence there in Canada because of the limited number of dentists giving rise to less competition, job opportunities, and high income. As an international dentist in Canada, you must have any of these: BDS/DDS/DMD degree and must be certified by the NDEB (National Dental Examining Board of Canada) to practice in the country. Once you get through the exam, you can practice as a dental surgeon or study further. NOTE: If you have already done MDS (Post-graduation specialty after BDS) from your home country, there is a different pathway to work as a specialist dentist in Canada. Check out this blog here for more info - https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/practice-dentistry-in-canada-after-mds . However, that pathway is extremely competitive given the number of seats in dental schools and PR requirements for international dentists . So most dentists with specialization also take the route mentioned below before starting with their specialization route. There are different ways to get a license to work as a dentist in Canada. Here is a flow chart of the pathways to getting a dentist's license. Since there are two ways to get a license. The first option is for Graduates from an Accredited Dental Program, and the second option is for Graduates from a Non-Accredited Dental Program. You will be provided licensure only after NDEB certification. Graduates of accredited dental programs are individuals who have completed an undergraduate dental program offered by a university dental institution that has been recognized by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. The Accredited Dental Programs are as follows: 1. The Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. 2. American Dental Association. 3. Australian Dental Council for dentists graduated on or after March 31, 2010. 4. Dental Council of New Zealand for graduates on or after December 14, 2011. 5. Irish Dental Council for dentists graduated on or after December 5, 2012. 6. Additional CODA-accredited dental program: Graduate of King Abdulaziz University, after August 1, 2019. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/accredited Graduates of non-accredited dental programs are individuals who have received an undergraduate dental degree offered by a university-based dental institution that is not recognized by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. All the international dentists from Asian countries (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, China, Japan, South Korea, etc.) and any other countries other than those belonging to Accredited Dental Program would fall under the Non-Accredited Dental Program. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/non-accredited There are two pathways for graduates of non-accredited dental programs to work as licensed dentists in Canada. They are: ● Completion of the NDEB Equivalency Process - The NDEB Equivalency process comprises three assessments. After successfully completing the NDEB Equivalency Process, you are eligible to go for the NDEB certification process. ● Completion of Accredited Qualifying or Degree Completion Program - Dental faculties and universities in Canada offer these programs. These are custom-designed programs to make international graduates adapt to dentistry and dental practice in Canada. After completion of a Qualifying or Degree completion program, candidates are eligible to attend the NDEB Certification Process. Before beginning with either of the pathways, you need to apply for NBED Equivalency and Credential Verification. https://ndeb-bned.ca/equivalency-process/how-to-apply/ Once the verification is approved, you can proceed with either the NDEB equivalency process or the degree completion process. PATHWAY 1 - For the NDEB Equivalency Process , there are 3-step exams: STEP 1: Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge (AFK). - One-day exam. - 2 papers - 3 hours per paper. - 75 MCQs. - Syllabus is the same as the BDS syllabus. - Exams are conducted twice a year. - 3 attempts are allowed. - Exam fees are 800 - 900 CAD. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/non-accredited/fundamental-knowledge STEP 2: Assessment of Clinical Judgement (ACJ). - One-day exam. - 5 ½ hour assessment. - 120 - 150 single and MCQs. - Syllabus: Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, etc. - Exams are conducted twice a year. - 3 attempts are allowed. - Exam fees are around 1,300 - 1,500 CAD. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/non-accredited/clinical-judgement STEP 3: NDECC - Two days exam: Clinical Skills & Situational Judgement. - Clinical skills exams will be on dental procedures like Class 2 amalgam preparation, Class 2 amalgam restoration, Class 2 composite restoration, Class 4 composite restoration, Crown preparation, provisional restoration, etc. - Situational skills exam will be on patient-centered care, professionalism, communication and collaboration, practice and information management, and health promotion. - Exams are conducted multiple times a week throughout the year at NDECC Test Center in Ottawa, ON. - Unlimited attempts are allowed in 60 months period. - Exam fees are around 9,000 - 9,500 CAD. https://ndeb-bned.ca/equivalency-process/ndecc-2/ Once you clear all the 3 steps of the NDEB Equivalency Program or the Degree Completion Program, you'll be eligible for the final qualifying exam i.e., the NDEB Certification Process to work as a dentist in Canada. All your hard work will work well after you clear this final exam. Be ready to become a licensed dentist in Canada. Every dental graduate, whether accredited or non-accredited, should give and pass the National Dental Examining Board of Canada's written exams and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) to work as a certified dentist in Canada. NDEB Certification Process includes two exams. EXAM 1: Written Exam. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/accredited/written-examination Written Exam fees are around 1,000 CAD. EXAM 2: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/accredited/osce-examination OSCE Exam fees are around 1,000 CAD. Once you qualify for the NDEB Certification Process, you're all set to start practicing as a dentist in Canada. PATHWAY 2 - Accredited Qualifying or Degree Completion Program NOTE: This pathway is more suitable if you already have a Canadian PR or citizenship being an international dentist since most dental schools have a requirement for Canadian PR or citizenship. However, before finalizing on taking this route, please check the requirements of each dental school respectively. STEP 1: Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge (AFK)/ Advanced Dental Admission Test (ADAT) *Most colleges require AFK while some colleges like the University of Toronto and McGill university require ADAT. AFK Details: - One-day exam. - 2 papers - 3 hours per paper. - 75 MCQs. - Syllabus is the same as the BDS syllabus. - Exams are conducted twice a year. - 3 attempts are allowed. - Exam fees are 800 - 900 CAD. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/non-accredited/fundamental-knowledge ADAT Details: - https://www.ada.org/education/testing/exams/advanced-dental-admission-test-adat STEP 2: Enroll in a Degree Completion Program. - 2.5-3 years degree program (DDS for international dentists) at a Dental School in Canada. - Program fees vary between 150,000 CAD - 200,000 CAD depending on the choice of school. - Dental Schools with DDS programs in Canada for Internationally Trained Dentists: 1. The University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario 2. The University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta 3. McGill University, Montreal, Quebec 4. Université de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec 5. Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia 6. University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 7. University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba 8. Western University, London, Ontario Upon successful completion of a Qualifying or Degree Completion Program, you are eligible to participate in the NDEB Certification Process. This will be the last step in the licensure pathway in Canada. NDEB Certification Process includes two exams. EXAM 1: Written Exam. https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/accredited/written-examination Written Exam fees are around 1,000 CAD. EXAM 2: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). https://ndeb-bned.ca/en/accredited/osce-examination OSCE Exam fees are around 1,000 CAD. The procedure to become a licensed dentist in Canada is quite long-lasting and draining. But if you're genuinely interested in taking your passion for dentistry to a global level, it is worth the try. Instead of traveling to Canada from your home country several times to write the exams, it would be better to plan to stay there for a longer time and try to adapt to the dental system in the country and prepare for the exams. There are several coaching education programs available in Canada for guidance throughout the entire process. P.S.: Once you acquire the license to Canadian dentistry, you're eligible to work in New Zealand and Ireland with the same licensure.

Australia is the largest country in Oceania and the world's sixth-largest country by total area. The population of 26 million is highly urbanized and heavily concentrated on the eastern seaboard. Australia's capital is Canberra, and its largest city is Sydney. The country's other major metropolitan areas are Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. According to relevant estimations, a dentist in Australia can earn up to around A$200,000 per year. As such, dentists rank among the highest-paid employees in Australia. Check out the statistics at https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/dental-oral-health/oral-health-and-dental-care-in-australia/contents/dental-workforce . But, deciding to study dentistry in Australia is an easy task. The hard part comes when you get into the application process. A few things to know before starting the process are: You are eligible to register to practice dentistry in Australia without sitting the ADC exams if you are a registered dentist from New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, or Canada. https://www.dentalboard.gov.au/registration/overseas-practitioner-registration/dentists.aspx Suppose you already have your dental degree but have obtained it in another country. In that case, you will need to pass a 3 stage qualification assessment from the Australian Dental Council (ADC) before you can register to practice dentistry in Australia. The ADC is the organization responsible for assessing overseas trained dentists to obtain registration in Australia. The 3 stages of (Australian Dental Council) ADC Exams are: Step 1 - Initial assessment: The ADC will initially conduct a paper-based qualification and documentation assessment. You are eligible to undergo the examination procedure if you have completed at least four years of full-time academic study at an approved university, and have registered as a dentist in either your home country or the country you studied. The initial assessment process involves assessing documents, including professional qualifications, work experience, registration history, and good standing, to determine eligibility to sit the written examination. The time frame for assessment is approximately 8 weeks. The cost of the assessment is AUD $610. https://adc.org.au/assessments/dentists/initial-assessment/ Step 2 - Written examination: Candidates are eligible to sit the written examination following the successful completion of the initial assessment process. The written exam is designed to test knowledge of the science and practice of dentistry and assess the application of clinical judgment and reasoning skills relevant to dental practice in Australia. The examination can be taken from your home country or Australia. The overall timeframe for the process of written examination is approximately five months. The cost of the written exam is AUD $2,000. The ADC website has a handbook for general dentistry, which details the books and materials one needs to refer to . As per the current recommendation, a significant portion of written exams is scenario-based multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The theory exam is spread over 2 days, with a total of 280 questions in 4 sections (70 MCQs each), to be solved in 2 hours. An aspirant securing grade A or B in all 4 papers is considered passed. https://adc.org.au/assessments/dentists/written-examination/ Step 3 - Practical examination: The practical exam is to assess the candidates and whether they are competent to practice as a dentist in Australia safely. The examination is held over two days; a technical skills day and a clinical skills day. Exams are held most weeks of the year at the ADC examination center in Australia only. The overall timeframe for the written examination process is approximately four to seven months. The cost of the practical exam is AUD $4,500. One can attempt the practical exams up to 3 years after passing the theory exams. Upon successful completion of the practical examination, candidates are eligible to apply for registration with the Dental Board of Australia (DBA). https://adc.org.au/assessments/dentists/practical-examination/ https://www.dentalboard.gov.au/Registration/Overseas-Practitioner-Registration.aspx You will also be required to sit a proficiency in English test and undergo a criminal history check. For the English proficiency test, a minimum IELTS score of 7, or a minimum OET score of B, or a minimum PTE Academic score of 65, or a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 94 is essential to finish the student's registration with the DBA. https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Process/Criminal-history-checks/International-Criminal-History.aspx Finishing the ADC examination only allows one to register with the Dental Board of Australia (DBA), and does not allow one to migrate or work in Australia. One must secure a valid visa to migrate and work in the country. Professionals may also choose to apply for a Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa. For the visa details refer to https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
On average, it takes about 1.5-2 years to finish the entire process and about INR 8-10 lakhs, including the three exam assessments, registration with DBA, and English Proficiency test, living, and food expense.

A lot of dentists think practicing dentistry in UAE is an easy process. But before relocating to a new country, one should always check the rules and registration criteria for working in a new country. UAE is a federation of seven emirates - Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain and Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah. In terms of economic and resource wealth, Abu Dhabi and Dubai are the largest and most powerful emirates providing about 80% of UAE’s income. A question most commonly asked is about the average income of a dentist in the UAE. It all depends on which clinic or hospital you get a job in and if you are practicing as a general dental practitioner or a specialist. In the United Arab Emirates, a dentist can earn a salary of AED 15,000 to AED 20,000 per month approximately depending on your experience and clinical skills. The average Dentist salary in the UAE is AED 180,000 per year. Entry-level Dentist positions start at AED 96,000 per year. Experienced senior Dentist positions can get up to AED 303,000 per year. The highest salary per year as per Indeed in each of the seven Emirates is: Dubai - AED 303,500 Abu Dhabi - AED 129, 611 Sharjah - AED 109, 428 Ajman - AED 81,961 Umm Al-Quwain - AED 100,201 Fujairah - AED 95,436 Ras Al Khaimah - AED 148,688 Before moving to UAE, one must write certain exams to start practicing as a dentist. To apply for exams in the UAE as a General Dentist, you must have a recognized primary degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited health science program, completed 1 year of the internship program, and 2 years of clinical experience. Dentists with no evidence of completion of the internship will need an additional 2 years of experience. It is important that you decide your emirate of choice for work at the outset and align your exam preparations in relation to that emirate because the exam result is not always transferable between emirates. However, once the registration is done, you can transfer your license if you get one from one emirate to another, and that is also a long process but it’s doable. Dubai: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) exam To work in Dubai, one needs to pass the DHA eligibility exam. Passing the exam qualifies you to look and apply for work in Dubai ONLY and not anywhere else in the UAE. First, you need to register on the DHA Sheryan website and submit the self-assessment form. https://services.dha.gov.ae/sheryan/wps/portal/home/services-professional/service-description?scode=NRG&CATALOGUE_TYPE=PROFESSIONAL Registration Fee: 200 AED Applicants Credential Review time period: 2 - 4 weeks Next, you will fill out the application for DHA review and upload the required documents: Nationally accredited Educational Qualifications recognized by DHA Professional Qualifications Requirements (PQR) (BDS/DMD/DDS) Official Educational transcript(s) Internship Completion Certificate Recent professional experience certificate(s). (At least 2 years required post internship) Valid professional License/Registration from the country of last employment Valid Good Standing Certificate not older than 3 months (from State Dental Council) Recent passport size photograph Valid passport copy Last two years Logbook for surgical specialties Once the required documents are submitted to Primary Source Verification (PSV) agency (also, known as Data Flow Verification Process), you will receive the verification result. Primary Source/Dataflow Verification (PSV) time period: 2 months Next, you will select the date for the Prometric assessment by DHA. Only theory exam, which is a Computer Based Test (CBT). The exam is conducted digitally at centers present in various countries. Find out your nearest center, there is at least one center in every state of India. The Dubai Health Authority is fond of the newer technology and product names, so keep an eye out for such knowledge. The DHA examinations’ time is 3 hours. The actual examination time is 2.5 hours for 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for DHA. This means that the computer is timed at 2.5 hours when you begin your examination. However, your appointment slot will last 3 hours. The extra time will accommodate for the time you take to verify your identity and prepare yourself for the exam. The results will be provided within 5 working days, along with an Eligibility Letter which is a document with which you can search for a job. The exam result is valid for 5 years, whereas the Eligibility Letter issued representing the result is valid for 1 year only. After passing the exam, you can fly to Dubai and find a job. Some of the websites which are useful to find jobs are LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor. After finding a job, your employer will help you convert the eligibility letter into a dental license to practice in Dubai. If you do not find a job within 1 year of the time period, you need not appear for the exam again, instead, you can renew the eligibility letter by submitting your most recent working experience in your home country or elsewhere. The conversion of the eligibility letter into a license will require the following documents: Dataflow report Recent good standing certificate Fees to issue the License: AED 3020 (Depending on your employer, this expense may/can be taken entirely or partly by your employer) Delivery fees AED 20 payable cash upon delivery Abu Dhabi and Al Ain: Department of Health (DOH) (Previously, Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD)) exam First, you need to create a unique identification number through the DOH user management system. Next, you will apply for the Primary Source Verification through the Dataflow website and submit the required documents. https://www.tamm.abudhabi/en/aspects-of-life/healthsafety/healthcareprofessionals/LicensingandCertificates/requestregistrationofnewlicenceforahealthcareprofessional You will receive a notification of the application status through an electronic email being sent to the applicant's email. Update the application and documents (if required) and submit for "Credentialing Verification" through the DOH user management system. Once you receive the approval for credential verification, you need to book the Prometric assessment – DOH exam. Passing the DOH (HAAD) exam is the first step to working in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. It gives you the eligibility to apply for job vacancies in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain ONLY and not anywhere else in the UAE. The rest of the process is similar to what DHA processes. Sharjah, Ajman, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm al-Quwain: Ministry of Health (MOH) Exam
Start with registering on https://mohap.gov.ae/en/services/health-professional-evaluation and, you will have access to the e-system. Once you have created the account, you need to upload all the required information and submit the assessment request through the electronic service. Now for the next step, you will receive a link for Primary Source Verification (Dataflow Process). For the Dataflow process, you need to submit the initial profile approval and define a day on which to send the DataFlow report. Once the report is received by MOH, you can choose the Prometric assessment (MOH exam) date. Passing the MOH license exam gives you the right to search for job opportunities and work in Sharjah and the above-mentioned emirates of the UAE only. The assessment certificate will be issued upon successfully passing all the examinations (in case of failure, the applicant may re-apply to take the exam). The remaining procedure is similar to the DHA process. For the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Department of Health (DOH) exams, the actual examination time is 3 hours with 150 MCQs. Pass score: Prometric exam results will be uploaded online electronically within 48 hours. Exam results will be based on the total number of correct answers. An examinee with a score of 60% and above is considered a PASS for DHA and MOH exams. An examinee with a score of 65% and above is to be considered a PASS for DOH (HAAD) exams. Your Pass result will be valid for five (5) years. Total number of Attempts: Dentists are granted a total of 3 attempts to pass the exam across the Authorities (DHA, MOH, and DOH/HAAD). If a dentist fails all 3 attempts, they can only reapply for an exam with a higher title i.e., if a general dentist was unable to pass the exam after three attempts, they have to provide the certificate of additional training in a specialty recognized by the Health Authority. After the third attempt, the exam-going dentist is also not allowed to apply for a lower or equivalent title, i.e., a general dentist will need to apply to sit an exam for a specialty. Break or gap in practice for DHA, DOH, and MOH exam Non-UAE nationals will not be able to apply for a license if they have a gap of clinical practice of more than 5 years (and more than 10 years for UAE nationals). If the years of gap in experience is less than 5 years, then a prescribed number of CPD points or training is recommended to apply for exams and licenses.

A lot of dental professionals are migrating to Canada since the Canadian government is welcoming immigrants from all around the world. If you are looking to migrate and practice dentistry in Canada as a general dentist, please read this blog post: https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/dentistry-in-canada There are many dental professionals who have already completed their MDS specialty program before moving to Canada. So, the Dental Specialty Equivalency process is for those dentists who have completed MDS/ post-graduation specialty in their home country. As an international specialist dentist in Canada, you need to write the Dental Specialty Core Knowledge Examination (DSCKE) . One must tick off all the requirements below before proceeding with the exam. You hold a master’s degree in a dental specialty from a university that is authorized by the government of that country in which it is located to award such degrees Your dental specialty is recognized in Canada Your degree is not recognized by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). Dental specialists have advanced education and training in a specific discipline. There are nine recognized dental specialties in Canada. Dental Public Health Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Periodontics Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry Oral Medicine and/or Oral Pathology Endodontics Prosthodontics NOTE: This pathway is more suitable if you already have a Canadian PR or citizenship being an international dentist since most dental schools have a requirement for Canadian PR or citizenship. To apply for Canadian PR as a dentist, please check https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada.html . However, before finalizing on taking this route, please check the requirements of each dental school respectively. STEP 1: Dental Specialty Core Knowledge Examination (DSCKE) STEP 1.1: Application and Submission of Required Documents https://ndeb-bned.ca/specialty-certifications/dental-specialty-core-knowledge-examination/how-to-apply/ Application Fee: CAD 3,000 The DSCKE Application Form The Confirmation of Degree Completion Form The Self-Assessment Checklist for your specialty Application Guide Graduates of Non-accredited Universities_2022 The application form and required documentation must be sent by mail or courier and must be received by the NDEB office before the application deadline date. STEP 1.2: Credential Verification - This process begins when all required documents are received as per the criteria outlined in the Required Documents. - When all of the required documents are accepted, you will receive an email indicating that they have been approved and you will be eligible to register for the DSCKE. STEP 1.3: Registering for the DSCKE - To register for the DSCKE, download and print the registration form . The completed form should be sent with the examination fee to the NDEB office. - When your registration has been accepted by the NDEB, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to schedule your test with Prometric. - Exam Fee: CAD 3,500 - Exam Duration: 3-hour exam - Combination of 95-100 single-answer and multiple-answer MCQs - Split up of marking system: Scientific Literature (10), Diagnostic Sciences (30), Patient Management (60). - No pass/fail system, only merit-based exam because DSCKE candidates will receive a numerical score which is used by Faculties of Dentistry across Canada to compare applicants from non-accredited specialty programs for admission to DSATPs. - Can take DSCKE two times. STEP 2: English Proficiency Test (TOEFL/ IELTS) - Depending on the dental school you’re applying to for DSATP, write the English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) as per the requirements mentioned on the school website. https://www.ets.org/toefl https://www.ielts.org/en-us/ STEP 3: Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Program (DSATP) - Registration Fee for DSATP: CAD 2,000 – 10,000 - Enroll in DSATP (Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Program) and graduate. - Usually, a 12-month program. First 3 months - Assessment period: They check your potential specialty based on that comes the Next 9 months - Training period: They will train you on methods of treating patients in a Canadian setup. - Sometimes if they find you confident enough with treating patients in the Canadian dental setup, you may be given the certification prior to finishing the complete 9 months. Dental school with DSATP Programs - Cost of Program: CAD 70,000 - 90,000. University of Alberta ( DSATP – Orthodontics ) University of British Columbia ( DSATP – Eight specialist areas ) Dalhousie University ( DSATP – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ) University of Toronto ( DSATP – Nine specialist areas ) STEP 4: National Dental Specialty Examination (NDSE) - Register for the NDSE based on your specialty on https://ndeb-bned.ca/specialty-certifications/the-national-dental-specialty-examination/how-to-apply/ - Application Fee: CAD 450 - Exam Fee: CAD 7,000 - One-day Prometric exam. - Exam Pattern: Basic sciences, clinical diagnosis, and treatment planning. - Passing Standard: Minimum score of 75. STEP 5: NDSE Certification - You must request an original letter issued by the Dean’s Office, confirming completion of all DSATP components and your program start date and completion date, submitted to the NDEB directly. The letter must be signed by the Dean. - Upon successful completion of the NDSE and after proof of graduation is provided to the NDEB office, an NDEB NDSE certificate is issued. STEP 6: Provincial Licensure - After receiving the NDSE certification, contact the province you wish to practice in. https://ndeb-bned.ca/resources/contacts-and-organizations/#DRA NOTE : Although the Dental Specialty Equivalency Process seems to be straightforward, it is extremely competitive and time-consuming. This is because you will be competing with all the dental specialists around the world applying for a few limited seats in the DSATP. Due to this situation, a lot of dental specialists go for the Dental Licensure (to practice General Dentistry) or DDS/DMD route and then start with the Dental Specialist Equivalency Pathway.

Middle Eastern (Gulf) countries are emerging as an upcoming career destination for dental professionals as job opportunities are sprouting up. However, with the given opportunities, the dynamics of the whole gulf politics are changing now. As you must have heard the recent changes are happening in the gulf countries politically. A few years back it was very easy for a BDS graduate to enter the gulf countries. But with time the Arabs are educating their people and there is a spring of “Arabisation”, through which they are trying to give more and more jobs to their youths with legitimate degrees. If you are a general dentist or a specialized dentist looking to work academically or practice clinically in one of the Gulf countries, you will need to pass the eligibility exams for the country/ emirate before you can be granted a license to practice dentistry. Gulf countries are as follows: United Arab Emirates (UAE) Saudi Arabia Qatar Bahrain Oman Kuwait A few things to remember before making decisions: 1. It is important to decide the country or emirate of choice for work at the outset and align your exam preparations in relation to that country or emirate because the exam result is not always transferable between countries or emirates. 2. The exams are different for general dentists (BDS) and specialized dentists (MDS). 3. The exams are run for the above Health authorities by a third-party organization called Prometric Testing. The Prometric exams assess that your standards to practice dentistry are on par with international standards. This may mean abandoning old, textbook practices for new, evidence-based standards. 4. The competition is quite high for the general bachelor’s degree in dental surgery. But if you are an MDS or any other post-graduation in the same field then there is a strong possibility that you will get a good job. All examination applications must be submitted online to register for the Prometric examination. The examination will contain recall questions that test knowledge and questions with scenarios that test other skills (interpretation, analysis, clinical decision-making, reasoning, and problem-solving). The FDI (Fédération Dentaire Internationale) two-digit tooth numbering system is used in the exams. The exams are computer-based in the form of multiple-choice questions (MCQ) in the English language. Questions have four options from which the candidate will choose one answer, with no negative marking for wrong answers. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) UAE is a federation of seven emirates - Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain and Fujairah, Al Khaimah. In terms of economic and resource wealth, Abu Dhabi and Dubai are the largest and most powerful emirates providing about 80% of UAE’s income. To apply for the exams in the UAE as a General Dentist, you must have a recognized primary degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited health science program, completed 1 year of the internship program, and 2 years of clinical experience. Dentists with no evidence of completion of the internship will need an additional 2 years of experience. Abu Dhabi and Al Ain: To work in Abu Dhabi, you need to pass the Department of Health (DOH)/ Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) eligibility exam . Passing the exam gives you the eligibility to apply for job vacancies in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain ONLY and not anywhere else in the UAE. Dubai: To work in Dubai, one needs to pass the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) eligibility exam . Passing the exam qualifies you to look and apply for work in Dubai ONLY and not anywhere else in the UAE. Sharjah, Ajman, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm al-Quwain: All other emirates in UAE require you to pass the Ministry of Health (MOH) license exam giving the right to search for job opportunities and work in Sharjah, Ajman, Ras al- Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm al-Quwain only. Read more about the UAE process at https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/practice-dentistry-in-uae-after-bds If you are wanting to apply for a postgraduate training program at the Department of Health (DOH), Dubai health authority (DHA), or the Ministry of Health (MOH), UAE should pass the EMREE exam. All regulatory authorities DOH/HAAD, DHA, and MOH have a unified entrance exam conducted by the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University. SAUDI ARABIA If you are planning to practice in Saudi Arabia or get admitted to a postgraduate training program at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) , then it is compulsory to pass the Saudi Dental Licensure Examination (SDLE). To apply for the SDLE, you must have a recognized primary degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited health science program and commenced training during the internship year, and a minimum of 2 years of experience after an internship working in a private clinic or hospital. QATAR To work in Qatar as a dentist, you must pass the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) exam by the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) . It is one of the requirements for the registration/ licensing of healthcare practitioners. To apply for the QCHP DHP exam, you must have a recognized primary degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited health science program, completed the internship program, and 2 years of clinical experience (for international dentists). If you do not hold this experience, you can work as a trainee dentist until you satisfy the clinical experience period, following which you can apply for the QCHP DHP exam and gain a full license as a 'General Dentist'. A provisional license for Trainee dentists is issued by the Supreme Council of Health (SCH), Qatar without examination. BAHRAIN
UPDATE 2021: You could have worked anywhere in Bahrain with BDLE/ NHRA License. But General Dentistry is now entirely reserved for Bahrain Nationals since July 2021 due to Bahrainisation. No scope for foreign dentists. The National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA)/ Bahrain Dental Licensure Exam (BLDE) is one of the requirements for the registration/ licensing of dental practitioners. To apply for the exams, you must have a recognized primary degree (BDS or equivalent) from an accredited health science program, completed the internship program, and 5 years of clinical experience (for international dentists). OMAN Oman Medical Specialty Board Exam (OMSB) is a licensing exam required for dental professionals to work anywhere in Oman. Registering for OMSB exams is open for all dentists with 4 years of experience (for international dentists) after internship and does not require uploading any document. You can go straight to the Prometric website to book your exam. KUWAIT To work as a dentist in Kuwait, you must pass the Kuwait Dental Licensure Examination (KDLE) conducted by the Kuwait Ministry of Health (MOH) . For the Kuwait Dental Exam (KDLE) eligibility, you must have completed 1 year of the internship and have at least 5 years of clinical experience if you are applying as a General Dentist. Unlike other gulf countries, you need to find an employer first to even apply for the exam. You cannot apply by yourself. The employer will help you with getting your Kuwait Dental License by following the below steps: The employer must submit a request to the Ministry of Health (MOH) in Kuwait The dentist/specialist must pass an interview The dentist/specialist must pass a medical check-up A primary approval must be obtained from the Medical/Dental License Committee The educational certificates and certificates of past work experience must be authenticated to request the professional license Kuwait exam processing is not done internationally yet. The most appropriate option is to be inside Kuwait to do the process directly. NOTE: If you were to look for the easiest test to pass, this is the range from toughest to easiest: Kuwait (KDLE) > Bahrain (NHRA), Oman (OMSB), Abu Dhabi (HAAD/DOH), Saudi Arabia (SDLE) > Sharjah, Ajman, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm al-Quwain (MOH), Qatar (QCHP) > Dubai (DHA) If you are looking for the least saturated, this is the range from most saturated to least saturated test takers: Dubai (DHA) > Sharjah, Ajman, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm al-Quwain (MOH) > Qatar (QCHP) > Abu Dhabi (HAAD/DOH) > Saudi Arabia (SDLE) > Kuwait (KDLE) > Bahrain (NHRA) > Oman (OMSB) Dubai (DHA) has the most number of candidates among all the gulf exams. Summary of Gulf Licensing Exams: DHA - Dubai, U.A.E HAAD / DOH - Abu Dhabi, U.A.E MOH - All other States/Emirates in the U.A.E QCHP - Qatar SDLE - Saudi Arabia SCFHS - Saudi Arabia (Specialists) NHRA - Bahrain KDLE - Kuwait OMSB - Oman

Perhaps you are considering a career abroad, and you are still trying to figure out which country is the best for your future as a dentist. What makes a country the right environment for you to start or continue your career? As you may or may not be aware, there are just some places in the world that provide better compensation for your job. Some countries in the world care about their dental health and are willing to pay highly for experts worldwide. It's no wonder that the dentists here find the monetary gains of work satisfying. Here are the tops countries: Spain The average annual salary for dentists is $176,000. This is a significant difference when compared to other countries. No wonder more and more dental professionals are making a move to Spain. Not only does the salary almost double that of Switzerland, but the country has relatively low taxes and a lower cost of living. When it comes to money, this is the best country to practice dentistry in. The United States of America The average annual salary for dentists is $146,340. Dental therapists, like dental health aids and dental hygienists, are not allowed to practice independently. As a result, the U.S. provides excellent, but often over-priced treatment and fails to offer affordable services for lower social classes. As you might imagine, dentists in the United States encounter a variety of circumstances. With complicated policies and high living costs, some states are not as friendly to dentists as others. https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/dentistry-in-the-u-s-a https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/road-to-dds-in-the-usa Canada The average annual salary for dentists here is $81,800. Dentists of this country are well compensated for their treatments and services because of public healthcare, depending on location. Some provinces provide free care to children and the elderly. Though dentistry was slow to start in this country, Canada has over 16,000 practicing dentists compared to other countries in Europe. https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/dentistry-in-canada https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/practice-dentistry-in-canada-after-mds United Kingdom Foreign dentists can practice in the U.K. after clearing the equivalency exam ORE (conducted by General Dental Council). The weather conditions are suitable for most of the population. The daily expenditure is high it comes to the United Kingdom, but you will like the fact that the average salary for dentists here is $78,638. https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/dentistry-in-the-uk-after-bds Switzerland The average annual salary for dentists is $96,800. This country cares about oral and dental health. Thus, pay for dentists is relatively high, as is the case with most jobs in Switzerland. Australia The average annual salary for dentists here is $73,600. In Australia, dentists are one of, if not the top earners in medicine. They surpass almost every other medical professional. Both the Australian Dental Council and the Dental Board of Australia oversee dentistry in the country. To practice there, you must obtain licensing and registration from the Dental Board of Australia. However, they do not grant registration to a foreign graduate until you pass the ADC exams or complete two years of schooling and obtain an education from a locally accredited dental school. https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/practicing-as-a-dentist-in-australia New Zealand Like Australia and Canada, one needs to clear the equivalence exams to practice in New Zealand. The New Zealand Dentist Registration Examinations (NZDREX) have been outsourced to the NDEB of Canada and constitute three of the five exams that one needs to clear to practice in Canada. One must also clear the IELTS as part of the process. Besides this, one must again meet the criteria for fitness for registration in New Zealand. The average annual salary for dentists in this country is $73,700. Here the dentists with the most experience usually earn the highest salaries. United Arab Emirates Starting to practice in the UAE is probably the easiest and quickest for dental professionals. One can begin practicing as soon as two months after clearing the respective license exams (DHA for Dubai; HAAD for Abu Dhabi; MOH for other Emirates). The exam fees are nominal, and the work-experience requirement is also low: two years for general practitioners and three years for specialty-based practice. The visa process is quite simple and hassle-free. Salaries are lucrative, starting at AED 120,000 and tax-free. Dentists also enjoy a generous amount of paid leaves. A cosmopolitan culture and a vibrant community ensure us that one's favorite cuisines are accessible. https://www.thedentalbooth.com/post/practice-dentistry-in-uae-after-bds Ireland The average annual salary for dentists in this area is $65,600. Though qualified, many U.K. dentists opt to go to Ireland because of higher wages. This is because dentists in the area are allowed to include private fees in addition to their general service fees. Norway The average annual salary for dentists is $93,100. There is a high demand for dental work in this country, which accounts for dentists' high salaries. Dental treatments for children are free and covered by the national health service. However, this is one of the countries where the high taxes and cost of living could factor into the decision-making process.

Have you ever wondered how our teeth play a significant role in our daily well being? Yes, you read it right. We often neglect our oral health in comparison to our physical and mental health. And the only time we look after our teeth is when we suffer from pain. Dental pain is often referred to as the most terrible experience. But have you ever thought, how you can reduce this tooth pain with a little massage over your palms and feet? Reflexology is a form of massage beneficial to treat pain, stress, illness, and anxiety. It involves massaging reflex points that are associated with different body organs and overall health. Recently it has been found that reflexology has been can a great for help dental patients in several ways. It can help with tooth pain. It can help with the pain that causes a headache or radiates into the jaw. Reflexology also partners well with massage therapy. Although, Chinese reflexology does not replace proper medical, or in this case, dental care. However, it can play a leading role in helping the body get back in an energetic balance to heal itself faster. Chinese reflexology points for the teeth are located on the toes. The toes on the left foot correspond with the teeth on the right side of your mouth. The toes on your right foot correspond with the teeth on the left side of your mouth. Sometimes, the first push of the reflex point for tooth pain will make it hurt a little worse. However, after a minute or so, the pain should begin to go away. There are also points on the hand that are beneficial to relieve tooth pain. The backs of the fingers can also be massaged for pain relief. Sometimes, mouth pain is so intense that it can cause headaches or pain in the face and jaw. Headaches can be relieved using several reflex points. The spot between a person's eyebrows can be massaged to relieve a headache. If a woman is not pregnant, there is a point between the thumb and index finger that can be massaged for headache relief. It is essential that this point not be used on an expectant mother as it can cause contractions. Jaw pain can be relieved by massaging the points on the face's side, even with the ear's top and middle. Pain can also be reduced by rubbing the ear lobe. Nowadays, dentists have also been using reflexology methods to calm the patients during dental treatments. So the next time you experience tooth pain, try out these reflex points for immediate relief!

A person’s mouth is a good indication of not just oral health but also general health. So, not telling the truth about how often you floss or drink alcohol can cause underlying problems in the future. A strong relationship between dentist and patient is crucial to providing the best care possible. So, here are seven lies you should avoid telling at your next appointment. Lie #1: “That doesn’t hurt.” How they can tell: The proof is in your eyes. When people are in pain, their eyes will flinch or clench shut. Your body goes into a defensive mode. Dentists can also tell you’re hurting if your tongue and legs tighten. What you should do: If what the dentist is doing hurts, speak up — especially if the pain is sharp. In that case, the dentist might use a topical anesthetic. And if you’re seeing the dentist for more than just a routine cleaning, call the office ahead of time and ask if you can take certain pain medications before your appointment. Lie #2: “I hardly ever drink soda.” How they can tell: The acid in soda can wear away the protective layer of enamel that coats the outside of your teeth and it does so, in a particular pattern. The lemonade and citrus fruits can do similar damage. What you should do: Say no to soda , which has been linked to a host of health problems. As for sweet, acidic juices, it is advisable that you avoid sipping on them for long periods. It’s also a good idea to rinse your mouth with water afterward to remove any sugar and acid that can linger on your teeth and erode enamel. Lie #3: “I don’t smoke.” How they can tell: Tobacco is notorious for staining your teeth. Since the color of the stains can vary from person to person, a dentist might smell your clothes or examine your fingers for nicotine stains if he or she suspects you smoke. What you should do: Quit — ASAP. Smoking doesn’t just put you at risk for lung cancer, it heightens your risk for pretty much any type of cancer, including those of the mouth and throat. Smokeless tobacco like snuff and tobacco chew isn’t safe, either: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , it can cause gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss. The CDC has a list of quit-smoking resources to help you kick the habit. Lie #4: “I floss regularly.” How they can tell: Brushing your teeth removes plaque above your gum line, but flossing can remove plaque from below your gums. So if your gums are inflamed, a condition called gingivitis, or gum disease, it’s a tip-off that you aren't flossing regularly or that you’re doing it wrong. What you should do: Floss at least once a day. The American Dental Association recommends that people “guide” the string between their teeth (instead of snapping it up into the gums) and use gentle up-and-down motions to dislodge any food particles. Lie #5: “I don't bite my nails .” How they can tell: A dentist doesn’t need to look at your hands to figure this out. If there are chips and cracks in your teeth and wear caused by constant stress on your tooth are noticeable. It is a sign of nail-biting. It’s not the nails themselves that cause the damage, but the interaction that takes place between the top and bottom teeth. What you should do: One thing you can do is k eep your nails trimmed and filed. Taking care of your nails can help reduce your nail-biting habit and encourage you to keep your nails attractive and also better teeth. Lie #6: “I don’t drink alcohol very often.” How they can tell: Alcohol has a distinct smell, and what’s more, people who drink heavily tend to have very dry mouths. Alcohol interferes with the salivary glands and reduces saliva production. What you should do: If you’re drinking heavily (that is, you have five or more drinks on the same occasion, on five or more days in the past month, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services ), you may need to find professional help to quit. According to the American Cancer Society, about 7 out of 10 people with oral cancer are heavy drinkers. Lie #7: “I don’t grind my teeth at night.” How they can tell: Your teeth can acquire a worn  look from grinding. If you have headaches or muscle pain around your jaw, it’s a sign that you might have “nocturnal bruxism, a condition that’s also known as nocturnal tooth grinding. And while this may not count as an actual lie — because you’re probably unaware that you’re doing it — tooth grinding shouldn’t be ignored. What you should do: You may need a bite guard or another type of dental device that can help protect your tooth enamel, or keep you from loosening a tooth. Your best bet is to discuss the possibility with your dentist.

Oil pulling for dental health is a long-standing method. The practice of oil pulling started about thousands of years ago in India and Southern Asia. The Indians used the practice to clean their teeth, fight off bad breath, and keep their teeth white. Although this practice was created during ancient times, it has some merit. It has recently gained exposure as more people and celebrities learn about the practice. In this practice, the oil is "pulled" between the teeth and all around the mouth for about 15-20 minutes. When the oil is milky and thin, spit it out in the trash or basin. Never swallow the oil after pulling as it is full of bacteria. While oil pulling can be performed at any time of the day, many people suggest that it works best first thing in the morning or at least two to three hours after eating to ensure that the individual has an empty stomach. You do not need to brush your teeth before oil pulling as the practice will remove food and bacteria from the mouth. However, it is essential to brush afterward to ensure that all of the toxins drawn out of the mouth are removed. If it feels weird, keep going. There's no right or wrong way to oil pull. Use a tablespoon of oil and swish away. You can pick whatever kind of oil (e.g., sesame, olive, sunflower, coconut, etc.) that you like, but coconut oil has become a favorite for many oil pullers. Coconut oil tastes good, and it also has the added benefit of containing numerous strands of fatty acids. Those fatty acids contain lauric acid. This acid is essential because it has antimicrobial properties. When you remove harmful bacteria from your mouth with oil pulling, you will experience many benefits. One of those benefits is a reduction in plaque and gum disease. If you develop too much bacteria in your teeth' plaque, then your immune system kicks into gear. It causes an inflammation of your gums. Gingivitis has begun. When you swish with oil, you can remove the plaque-creating bacteria. Your immune system won't need to start up because there won't be any plaque growing on your teeth. Another benefit of oil pulling is that it can reduce the chances of having bad breath. No one likes having bad breath. It can make you feel isolated when interacting with other people. Bad breath is a result of chemicals and gases that are produced inside of your mouth by bacteria. When you remove the bacteria through oil pulling, there's less chance of having that odor. If patients prefer holistic approaches, oil pulling should be given a try. It could be used along with their regular oral care routine. The state of the oral health may not improve after one session of oil pulling, but if they can manage to keep it up, they might find themselves reaping the practice's long-term benefits. P.S.: Although there are no reliable scientific studies to show that oil pulling reduces cavities, whitens teeth, or improves oral health and well-being. Based on the lack of scientific evidence, the American Dental Association does not recommend oil pulling as a dental hygiene practice.

We all have been taught what to do in some medical emergencies. After all, we know that we’re supposed to stop, drop, and roll for fire or perform the emergency steps when someone is choking. But have you thought what you are supposed to do for a dental emergency? Generally, there are two options for dental emergencies: Go to a dentist near you immediately or care for the injury until you’re able to see your dentist. To help you decide what is best in different dental emergencies, here’s what you need to know: Non-Emergency Conditions - Even if these don’t require emergency dental care, it’s still important to see our dentist as soon as possible if you have one or more of the following problems. Dull toothache Lost filling, bridge, or crown Broken or chipped tooth (unless there is severe pain) Damaged Objects caught between teeth Broken braces or wires Urgent Dental Care Emergencies - Some dental problems can be treated at home until your dentist can see you, whereas others may require urgent attention. Here are some examples of dental emergencies. Injured jaw Painful swelling A permanent tooth that has been partially or fully knocked-out Severe toothache Tooth infection that leads to fever, severe pain, and swelling You must know the difference between non-emergency dental issues and problems that require urgent care. Visit your dentist immediately if you experience any of those problems. So if you experience a dental emergency at night or over the weekend when dental clinics are closed, you must know how to temporarily deal with the issues. Toothaches - Rinse your mouth thoroughly with warm water. If you have food lodgement between your teeth causing pain, remove it with dental floss. If your mouth is swollen, apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth or cheek. You can also take an over-the-counter painkiller, but don’t put it against the gums near the aching tooth— it may burn the gum tissue. Broken or chipped tooth - If you’re able, save any pieces of the tooth. Wash the broken pieces, if any, and rinse your mouth with warm water. Apply gauze to the bleeding area until the bleeding stops or for about 10 minutes. If the broken tooth has caused swelling, press a cold compress against your cheek, mouth, or lip near the broken tooth area to relieve pain and bring the swelling down. Partially dislodged tooth - An extruded tooth will likely need immediate attention to save the tooth. Leave the tooth in its socket, even if it feels like it’s about to come out. Until you’re able to see your dentist, you can take over-the-counter painkillers and apply a cold compress to the outside of the mouth. Knocked-Out Tooth - If you’re able to retrieve the tooth, rinse off the tooth with water if it’s dirty. Be sure to hold it by the crown and not the roots. Don’t remove any tissue fragment. Try to put the tooth back in its socket if possible, making sure that it’s facing the right way. Please don’t force it in. If you’re unable to reinsert the tooth, put it in a small container of milk or a cup of water that contains a pinch of table salt. The highest chance of saving your tooth is seeing your dentist within 1 hour of it being knocked out, so you must seek dental care immediately. Lost Crown or Filling - If you’re experiencing pain, you can apply clove oil or powder to the sensitive area with a cotton swab. If you can, try to place the crown back over the tooth. If you have a lost dental filling, you can use a piece of sugarless gum to hold it in place temporarily. Broken braces or wires - Do not cut the wire yourself. Try using the eraser end of the pencil to push the wire into a more comfortable position to prevent it from poking other parts of your mouth. If you’re unable to reposition the wire, you can use a small cotton ball or a gauze to cover the end of the wire until you see your dentist. Tooth Abscess - An abscessed tooth is an infection at the root of a tooth, usually caused by severe tooth decay. If left untreated, they can lead to damaged tissue and teeth, with the infection spreading to the lymph nodes and other parts of the body. You must see your dentist as soon as possible if you think you may have an abscessed tooth. In the meantime, rinse your mouth several times a day with a mild saltwater solution to ease the pain.