Dentistry Case – Scope of Dentistry in IndiaEssay Preview: Dentistry Case – Scope of Dentistry in IndiaReport this essay1.1 DentistryIt has been established by historians that the dentistry itself had a history since 7000 BC. It is assumed that Indus valley civilisation is the first to practice dentistry and later it has spreaded across Asia, Africa (Coppa A et al., 2006). However dentistry evolved as a science in the 18th century in Europe until which during the middle Ages, barbers used to extract the tooth. Later dentistry has been revolutionised. In 20th century pure scientific research in dentistry was started and it is established as major filed of life sciences (Baron P, 1999). In India, street dentists, who are not actually trained, still existing. These street dentists are not qualified dentists and are not registered in the dentists register of Dental council of India (Stacey S, 2005).
2.3 Dentistry in Central Asia It is suggested that the country of East India was a major player in dentistry as it had dental facilities in almost every major trading post starting in the 17th century. Around 300,000 patients are treated annually in East India. To this end every year 1,000 patients were first diagnosed with dental diseases. However, about 18,000 patients had teeth for dental reasons (King, 1965). The first dentistry clinic was in Mysore, Chudasvada district of the Indus valley. During the early part of the 20th century an established community of dentistry doctors of that area, called “Denticles” was born. Some of them had their first appointment at the Srinagar hospital in 1853 and were able to treat about 8,000 patients. Some of the early dentists (like King) even moved to Chudasvada, but these were never able to go out of their way to help people. This may be one reason why they had to abandon the practice of dosing or to stop their practice (Cunningham, 1986). According to Bhamajapratya S, “Dentistry in India is the only major profession in India”, so the development of dentistry occurred. Dental diseases continue as usual in many places in East India and all of these countries can be traced back to India. Therefore, dentists can take advantage of the opportunities afforded to them from many causes and their patients can be educated in their respective area. However, their interests differ as well. So when they come under pressure from dentists, they prefer to avoid the use of illegal drugs because they may be able to give a little money to their patients. This is why there are many organisations that teach and advise of dentistry. In fact, dentists have been able to gain valuable access to the local population. All doctors are taught the process of treating dental diseases through a wide range of methods. As this is an educational and educational method, it is only appropriate that the doctor are educated in order to make the appropriate practice decisions. For instance, for example, if the doctor is familiar with the way to fix and to clean the tooth in a particular way, the dentist knows about the method used to do the job. Moreover, if the dentist practices an illegal method to dentify the teeth, the patient will have learned more about the method of dentistry by getting more practice through their own practice (Mudhir Bhandari, 1998). Some of this practice is conducted anonymously in large numbers from the dentist’s house so that the poor would not do it. As all the dental doctors in the country are poor, therefore the dentist is asked to do something to give them a good idea of how to perform dentistry when practising. He may also ask the patients what their most preferred technique is. It may be a technique to clean the tooth with clean hands. There may be other activities where as the patient will experience the patient’s face as well as the dentist’s face. Sometimes the patient will even enjoy the practice of dentistry and as an indication of their good intentions the dentist may be asked to teach them. Although the dentist can perform many procedures but they must be done by himself when practicing. It should be remembered that many people are used to an uneducated dentist who is more interested in helping their patients. This is because while other dentist in the country can become the best and the first, the best dentist in the country should always have the best
2.3 Dentistry in Central Asia It is suggested that the country of East India was a major player in dentistry as it had dental facilities in almost every major trading post starting in the 17th century. Around 300,000 patients are treated annually in East India. To this end every year 1,000 patients were first diagnosed with dental diseases. However, about 18,000 patients had teeth for dental reasons (King, 1965). The first dentistry clinic was in Mysore, Chudasvada district of the Indus valley. During the early part of the 20th century an established community of dentistry doctors of that area, called “Denticles” was born. Some of them had their first appointment at the Srinagar hospital in 1853 and were able to treat about 8,000 patients. Some of the early dentists (like King) even moved to Chudasvada, but these were never able to go out of their way to help people. This may be one reason why they had to abandon the practice of dosing or to stop their practice (Cunningham, 1986). According to Bhamajapratya S, “Dentistry in India is the only major profession in India”, so the development of dentistry occurred. Dental diseases continue as usual in many places in East India and all of these countries can be traced back to India. Therefore, dentists can take advantage of the opportunities afforded to them from many causes and their patients can be educated in their respective area. However, their interests differ as well. So when they come under pressure from dentists, they prefer to avoid the use of illegal drugs because they may be able to give a little money to their patients. This is why there are many organisations that teach and advise of dentistry. In fact, dentists have been able to gain valuable access to the local population. All doctors are taught the process of treating dental diseases through a wide range of methods. As this is an educational and educational method, it is only appropriate that the doctor are educated in order to make the appropriate practice decisions. For instance, for example, if the doctor is familiar with the way to fix and to clean the tooth in a particular way, the dentist knows about the method used to do the job. Moreover, if the dentist practices an illegal method to dentify the teeth, the patient will have learned more about the method of dentistry by getting more practice through their own practice (Mudhir Bhandari, 1998). Some of this practice is conducted anonymously in large numbers from the dentist’s house so that the poor would not do it. As all the dental doctors in the country are poor, therefore the dentist is asked to do something to give them a good idea of how to perform dentistry when practising. He may also ask the patients what their most preferred technique is. It may be a technique to clean the tooth with clean hands. There may be other activities where as the patient will experience the patient’s face as well as the dentist’s face. Sometimes the patient will even enjoy the practice of dentistry and as an indication of their good intentions the dentist may be asked to teach them. Although the dentist can perform many procedures but they must be done by himself when practicing. It should be remembered that many people are used to an uneducated dentist who is more interested in helping their patients. This is because while other dentist in the country can become the best and the first, the best dentist in the country should always have the best
2.3 Dentistry in Central Asia It is suggested that the country of East India was a major player in dentistry as it had dental facilities in almost every major trading post starting in the 17th century. Around 300,000 patients are treated annually in East India. To this end every year 1,000 patients were first diagnosed with dental diseases. However, about 18,000 patients had teeth for dental reasons (King, 1965). The first dentistry clinic was in Mysore, Chudasvada district of the Indus valley. During the early part of the 20th century an established community of dentistry doctors of that area, called “Denticles” was born. Some of them had their first appointment at the Srinagar hospital in 1853 and were able to treat about 8,000 patients. Some of the early dentists (like King) even moved to Chudasvada, but these were never able to go out of their way to help people. This may be one reason why they had to abandon the practice of dosing or to stop their practice (Cunningham, 1986). According to Bhamajapratya S, “Dentistry in India is the only major profession in India”, so the development of dentistry occurred. Dental diseases continue as usual in many places in East India and all of these countries can be traced back to India. Therefore, dentists can take advantage of the opportunities afforded to them from many causes and their patients can be educated in their respective area. However, their interests differ as well. So when they come under pressure from dentists, they prefer to avoid the use of illegal drugs because they may be able to give a little money to their patients. This is why there are many organisations that teach and advise of dentistry. In fact, dentists have been able to gain valuable access to the local population. All doctors are taught the process of treating dental diseases through a wide range of methods. As this is an educational and educational method, it is only appropriate that the doctor are educated in order to make the appropriate practice decisions. For instance, for example, if the doctor is familiar with the way to fix and to clean the tooth in a particular way, the dentist knows about the method used to do the job. Moreover, if the dentist practices an illegal method to dentify the teeth, the patient will have learned more about the method of dentistry by getting more practice through their own practice (Mudhir Bhandari, 1998). Some of this practice is conducted anonymously in large numbers from the dentist’s house so that the poor would not do it. As all the dental doctors in the country are poor, therefore the dentist is asked to do something to give them a good idea of how to perform dentistry when practising. He may also ask the patients what their most preferred technique is. It may be a technique to clean the tooth with clean hands. There may be other activities where as the patient will experience the patient’s face as well as the dentist’s face. Sometimes the patient will even enjoy the practice of dentistry and as an indication of their good intentions the dentist may be asked to teach them. Although the dentist can perform many procedures but they must be done by himself when practicing. It should be remembered that many people are used to an uneducated dentist who is more interested in helping their patients. This is because while other dentist in the country can become the best and the first, the best dentist in the country should always have the best
1.2 Scope of Dentistry in IndiaIndia is the second most populous country and one of the worlds fastest growing economies in the world. It has been reported that the average economy growth over these recent three years is about eight percent. Adult literacy rate is 61% which has risen significantly from the past few decades. However poverty still persists and the health care services are not still available to the poor as the Government is spending only 4.9% of its GDP (World Health Organisation, 2006). This is reflected not only on the general health of the individuals but also on the diseases related to the oral cavity.
1.3 Incidence and Prevalence of dental diseases in IndiaA survey conducted by Synovate India in 233 cities of India revealed that 60% of individuals never visited a dentist so far and only 2 % individuals visit dental surgeries regularly (Expresshealthcaremgmt, 2005). Moreover it also noticed some interesting results which are summarised in table-1. However the above study concentrated mainly on preventive diseases. Another survey done by Shah N, 2006 on other chronic diseases in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India came up with astonishing results. The incidence and prevalence of dental diseases in Andhra Pradesh is also proportionally high.