Go to the Orthodontist - Straighten Your Smile

 

Many people have crooked teeth or a misalignment jaw that can cause embarrassment and even pain. These issues can make it hard for those afflicted to eat certain foods or to feel comfortable smiling. Luckily, these issues are common and an orthodontist is a doctor that specializes in correcting these issues.

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By the Numbers

There are currently just over four million people receiving corrective dental care, 75 percent of this number are people aged 18 or younger. Standard treatment for corrective work can take anywhere from 12 to 36 months to complete. There are nearly 160,000 dentists in the United States, but only 8,000 of these dentists are specialized enough to also call themselves an orthodontist. The AAO now has 12,000 members in the United States, Canada, and around the world. The corrective dental community is one that is growing all the time, as more and more people require the treatments provided.

Know Your History

Mechanical treatments for correcting irregular teeth was first suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus roughly around 23-79 AD. The idea of corrective dental treatments has been around for nearly 2000 years! However, it wasn't until 1819 that the first model of braces was invented (though in those times they were not referred to as braces). Christophe Delabarre invented the wire crib and with it, modern corrective dentistry. The idea was to place the wire around the teeth and keep them in line.

Corrective Dentistry Today

An orthodontist is now able to completely straighten your teeth, get rid of your gaps, and fix unsatisfactory bites or jaw alignments caused by overcrowding of the teeth, accidents, or genetics. Most of these treatments involve brackets that are bonded to your teeth with a wire running through them, or as we know them, braces. The glues used to bond the brackets to your teeth once caused other dental problems when they came off, like unsightly spots due to food and other cleaning issues. Now, the cement used to bond these brackets to your teeth is formulated with a special fluoride-releasing agent. This combined with greater attention to cleaning teeth with braces has all but eliminated this issue. The wires used to run through the brackets and align your teeth are actually activated by your own body heat. The scientists at NASA originally developed this impressive technology.

If you are older than the age of 18 and you really just couldn't stand to have braces at such an age, you can ask your orthodontist about invisible dental trays. These trays operate much in the same way as braces when it comes to teeth alignment and jaw correction, but they have the added benefit of being invisible to the naked eye.

If you suffer from crooked teeth or an un-aligned jaw, contact your local orthodontist and have them fix your dental problems.

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Students Corner: Process For Getting Migration Certificate From MUHS Nashik

 

Students Corner: Process For Getting Migration Certificate From MUHS Nashik

A Migration Certificate is required in case you are switching from your previous university to a different university for further education or any other reason. It's a kind of "No Objection Certificate" that has to submitted for joining new university. In this blogpost I am going to share the process on how to issue Migration Certificate from Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences, Nashik. But don't worry, even if you belong to any other university, the overall process is very much common. Here are the steps that you have to follow:

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STEP 1: You can download the application from official MUHS website or Click Here To Download. Once you have the hard copy of the application form, fill in the details and follow step two

 

STEP 2: You will have to issue a No Objection Certificate/Letter from your college authorities by filling an application for “Issuance of Migration Certificate”.  Make sure all the details are filled correctly with signature of Dean with College stamp. 

STEP 3: Once you have the application form and NOC ready as mentioned in step1 & 2 respectively; attach the bellow mentioned documents.

 

1. Original College Leaving Certificate Specially mentioned with “ISSUED ONLY FOR MIGRATION PURPOSE”

2. Attested copy of Statement of Marks of the Last Examination appeared.

3. Attested copy of the University Internship Completion Certificate in case passed the Final Year Examination.

4. Original Affidavit by a Bonded candidate of Govt./ Corp. College, if any. 

5. Letter/ Undertaking of Applicant’s College Authorities in Original.

6. Original “Affidavit Gap Certificate”, if any.

7. In case Duplicate Transfer/Leaving Certificate is submitted, attach the original F. I. R copy, original affidavit towards Duplicate Transfer/Leaving Certificate.

 

STEP 4:  Once you are done with above steps, you will have to submit the application form with all the mandatory documents along with a Demand Draft (Demand Draft should be from any Nationalized Bank drawn in favor of “The Registrar, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences” payable at Nashik.) on below mentioned address.

 

DEMAND DRAFT AMOUNT:

1)      By registered / Speed-post =  1000 INR

2)      Urgent / Speed-Post =  1500 INR

 

ADDRESS: The Registrar Office, Maharashtra University of Health Science, Vani - Dindori Road, Mhasrul, Nashik, Maharashtra 422003

 

PLEASE NOTE:  If you submit the application before 11.00 am the certificate is issued on same day before 5.00 pm but in case you get late the application will be processed on next working day. I have mentioned the complete process for issuing Migration Certificate from MUHS Nashik still I would advice you to go through the official MUHS site or contact the respective university before proceeding. 

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Financial Management: "Professional Tax" For Dentists

 

Financial Management: "Professional Tax" For Dentists

I have come across many incidences where professionals had to pay additional interest to the government as they failed to pay their professional tax and this happens because most of them were unaware of Professional Tax. Some also have misconception that taxes are to be paid only when their income comes in the tax bracket & they approach CA only when their income becomes taxable under Income tax. This blog is an attempt to expound the concept of professional tax and help you save on penalties.  

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What is Professional Tax Or PT?

PT is a tax charged on the income earned by way of profession or employment. This is additional to income tax and has to be paid to State Government. Professionals like doctors, lawyers, chartered accountants, artists etc comes under the purview of this tax. This is a slab-based tax and the rates vary state to state however the maximum amount that can be charged as PT by any state is Rs. 2500 annually. 

 

Registration for Professional Tax 

It is advisable to register your practice for PT immediately after commencement of dental practice. Before registering yourself for PT, you need to understand two main things one is PTRC and the other is PTEC. 

Professional Tax Registration Certificate (PTRC) is to be obtained by the professional in the capacity of employer. For instance, if you have 10 employees working with you in your business having monthly salary more than 7500, then you need to deduct PT on their salaries every month as per the rate given (Rs.200 per month & Rs.300 for February month).

Professional Tax Enrollment Certificate (PTEC) is to be obtained by the professional for its own existence and engaging in profession (business) within the state of Maharashtra.

PTR will have to be paid according to the salary paid to employees whereas PTE is fixed at Rs.2500 annually.

 

How to register? 

Step 1: Log on to www.mahavat.gov.in and open ‘e-PT Registration’ in e-services and fill in details like Name of the applicant, PAN, TAN, Status of Applicant and Location. Select Act as ‘PTRC/PTEC Registration’ (any one which you have to register for), the e-application for registration in ‘Form I’ will open for PTRC and ‘Form II’ for PTEC. Fill in the complete details and ‘Submit’.

 

Step 2: Once the application is submitted; an acknowledgement is generated containing date and time for attending before registration authority along with designation and address of registration authority. This acknowledgement has to be printed and signed by the applicant and produced before the PT registration authority at the time of verification on given date and time along with relevant documents. Once it is approved by the authority, TIN (Registration Certificate Number under the profession Tax Act) is generated. 

 

Step 3: After obtaining Registration Certificate the certificate holders are now needed to enroll themselves for the e-services on the same website, this will enable them to file e-return and e-payment of professional tax. 

 

The due date for paying PT is before 30th June of every financial year.

 

Consequences of late payment or non-payment of PT:

For late payment of PT, interest @1.25%-2% pm is levied and the state may also impose a penalty of 10% of the total amount due.  

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What After BDS: Things To Consider Before Studying Abroad

 

What After BDS: Things To Consider Before Studying Abroad

Studying abroad- the thought of it is so beguiling. It is obvious to get dazzle and mesmerize by the charm, the country has to offer. But I would suggest, not to get lost in the sights you see and sounds you hear around. Keep your head high, think twice and move ahead as it is a major decision of your life and even a slight mistake will cost you enough to regret.

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Moving abroad has its advantages and disadvantages too..

The primary considerations, that everyone does are the financial calculations, eligibility criteria, entrance exams and Visa for the respective country. If you guys are really interested in going abroad, I would recommend, please kindly do your research properly. Keep these things in mind while doing your research.

 

1. First, be sure which course you want to do and from which country.

2. Then do research regarding which universities are good for those courses.

3. Join the communities of the university you are applying for, on Facebook or any other social websites where you can connect with the students who are already studying there and clear your doubts

4. There are lot of options in masters in health regarding courses. So be sure of the course which you are opting for, has good scope in that country and as well as in India. (If you are planning to come back after studies)

 

 

Are above considerations enough or something more has to be thought of?

If you ask me, I would say the earlier considerations are basic which will be there before joining any University abroad. But, the real things will come once you join your MS. I stayed in Melbourne for 3 years and my journey was amazing. It was full of ups and downs. It taught me about being independent, being fearless, to forget and to forgive and many things about love and life but the most important thing it taught me about is, with discomfort comes growth. With every challenging situation, comes a great lesson. It helps you to evolve as a person. To believe in yourself and start everything from scratch in a new country, on your own, is difficult. But the moment you get succeed, that powerful feeling has no comparison in the world. People will always tell you how it has changed their life for good but no one talks about the pain they have gone through. 

 

No matter how supportive your parents are, leaving far away from them and the fact that they are getting fragile and old will always make you feel guilty. At times, you might feel lonely and depressed, no matter how many friends you have and how often you socialize. There are times when no one is around and you need to deal with it on your own. So if you are thinking of pursuing Post graduation or MS from abroad after BDS; think about all the factors and make a wise decision.

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What After BDS: MBA From Australia

 

What After BDS: MBA From Australia

Third year of my graduation was the realization point for me that I'm really not loving what I'm doing. Days were going fine with everyone around but nights were depressing. I used to think a lot about how I'm going to deal with what I'm feeling. It used to scare me. I often used to get depressed and think that what I'm doing now is safer and better than changing my field completely and who knows, I might get too unhappy and regret my decision.

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Yes, I was thinking of changing my field and get into management full time and that's how the search for other opportunities started. To do MBA from India, is a very tedious procedure and was stressing me out. My parents were aware of this and they completely supported my decision. Suddenly, my parents impromptu business visit to Australia somehow turned my world upside down for better. It was my father who suggested me to do research and look for better universities and that's how my journey started. If you are planning to study abroad after your BDS from India then, before you proceed; do read my blog post on "Things To Consider Before Studying Abroad"

If you guys are really interested in pursuing MBA in hospital management from Australia then here are the answers to some common questions,

Why MBA in Hospital Management?

 

MBA in hospital management has good scope in India and other countries due to the increase in awareness among people. It has emerged as a new career opportunity not only for doctors but also for other science graduates. After completing MBA, there are enough options you can opt for. You can get into hospital management or can join companies related to health and marketing. Scope is vast but the clarity and the assurance about why you really want to do it, is important. All these things doesn't matter unless and until you have the interest for management. If you are sure that you really enjoy management than clinical field then you should completely go for it.

Why I chose Australia?

 

1.Procedure is relatively simple.

2.Has some really good universities.

3.Has really good scope in health management.

4.Flexible enough to work and study as well. So you can earn while studying.

Australian Student visa allows you to study full time and work part time for 20hrs a week, which is sufficient for your living expenses. Part time work in Australia is really well paid and you can earn enough to pay your bills. To work, you must have a tax file number, superannuation details (sometimes) and a bank account for the processing of your pay. There are student loans available, which you can take advantage of, for paying tution fees.

If you are looking forward to earn while studying, then talk to people who are already doing it. Talk to them about how you can work and manage studies as well. Make sure, you don't hamper your studies by working full time.

First 6 months are tough as you struggle with different study pattern so I would suggest, not to work for first semester. Once you know how things work, you can start applying for jobs. Doing odd jobs is not wrong but getting stuck into them is. Start applying for internship programme, work as a dental assistant or any other job related to clinical field. It will give you more exposure and that work experience will be helpful for you, after you are done with masters to get a good job in your own field.

How to apply?

You need to clear IELTS exam and to get into good universities, you need 7.5/8 band and trust me, it is not difficult to achieve that. If you find it gruelling, then there are some apps available on App Store which will really help you out to prepare for exam. You can solve papers when you are free at home. They will give you a clear idea of how the exam pattern is. You can refer some books and online stuff too, rather than joining coaching classes. 

 

Things you need to take care of before going.

 

1. Bank and credit/debit cards: National Australian bank (NAB) has a branch in Mumbai and all you have to do is call them and email them the required documents and your account will be ready. (Yes, all can be done by sitting at home) when you reach there, you have to go to the branch given to you, with your documents and you will be given your debit card, the same day.

2. Handling documents: Take atleast 3-4 copies of your original documents and carry them whenever is needed rather than carrying the original ones to avoid any unfortunate events of theft or loss. Email yourself a copy of each document too.

 

3. Get all necessary health check ups and vaccinations and pay for your health insurance too, for the period of your stay.

 

4. Make sure all your flights, courses, housing and itinerary are established and secured before leaving.

 

5. If you don't want to stay in the university rooms which are way expensive, you can always search for rooms or talk to the students who are already studying there and arrange your Accomodation which is cheap and comfortable.

Be prepared completely before going. Don't leave anything for the last moment or please, don't ignore stuff and think that you will somehow manage after going there because it's tough as you are in a completely different country and are not familiar with people

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How To Grow Your Dental Practice With Blogging?

 How To Grow Your Dental Practice With Blogging?

In this technology driven world people prefer to get more information about the product or service before availing them. In fact many of you also do a research about specifications of dental gadgets before buying them or simply try to get more information about mentors or course highlights before joining any dental workshop. You look for resources from where you can find the information, either you try to read an article or watch the video and depending on what you read or saw you make a decision. Friends, just like us, the patients also do their research; they look for information before opting dental treatments.

This dental portal allows you to  buy or sell second hand  clinic equipment.

 

Now think what can happen if you become that source of information, the chances are that you will be the dentist of choice for all those people checking out the stuff you shared.

 

Let’s understand how you can become a source of information?

 

Friends, it’s very easy, you just have to understand what your prospective patients must be looking for

Once you figure that out, you can provide them information in multiple ways for example a video, audio, blog or info graphics however blogging remains the easiest.

What is a blog or blogging?

A blog is simply a platform where you can write and publish your articles that can also have images in it. There are several blogging platforms like wordpress.com or blogspot .com that you can use and most of them are free of cost but I recommend blogspot.com as it is a Google owned entity and has better search results on the search engine.

How to create a blogger account?

All you have to do is visit www.blogspot.com and sign up to create a profile that’s it. Once you are done, you can choose a layout and start publishing your posts.

 

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