I am a 17-year-old student living in London, and have just completed my first year of A-levels wanting to study dentistry at university. I wanted to experience the life of a dentist outside of the UK to see the differences in healthcare, practises, and see subcontinent pathologies. Therefore, I went to India, Ahmedabad, to Dr Bhalla dental clinic and implant centre for three days to get a better understanding. Before arriving, like many other people, I had low expectations of healthcare centres in the country, thinking the clinic would be outdated in comparison to the NHS.
On arriving at the practice, I was amazed by the modernized clinic with the latest and advanced equipment. The dentists were all very knowledgeable at Dr Bhalla dental clinic and during my time there, I noticed that a large proportion of the patients come from the UK to get treatment in this clinic. Many people overlook India, just like I did before I came, but I feel Dr Bhalla dental clinic is equally as good as the NHS dental practices back in the UK.
I witnessed a variety of procedures during my time at the practice including restorations, crowns, root canals and implants being put in. The dentists completed all treatments with upmost care and skill and I found it fascinating to see how the countries are similar in their methods of mannerisms, practicing and patient demands. I would like to thank Dr Bhalla for kindly allowing me to shadow him and I will keep this valuable learning experience with me for the rest of my life.
