what is scope of oral and maxillofacial surgeon in india?
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Scope of this discipline is extensive and incorporates Surgical & Non-Surgical Management of conditions of the soft and hard tissues of the Face, Jaws and Neck. Majority of Job opportunities for a PG in this discipline are available in Research Institutes, Universities, Colleges & Hospitals. Surgeons in this field can get recruited in Top Dental Colleges to the posts of Professors and even HODs. They also hold the opportunity to get employed in the Oral & Maxillofacial Department of Reputed Government & Private Hospitals. Trained practitioners in this field can establish their own Dental Clinic and opportunities also exist in the areas of Forensic Science, Armed Forces & Railways. Opportunities are also available in the Research & Advisory departments of a pharmaceutical and other companies manufacturing oral care products and medicines such as toothpastes, gum care products, mouth wash and so on.
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