WORK CONTENT:

The majority of your work will involve shadowing and assisting the Dentist while they treat the patients who visit the clinic each day – meaning that you will get the chance to learn about a wide range of procedures that take place at the clinic.

Depending on the time of your placement and the goals of the Dental Practice, you may also get the opportunity to take part in the Mobile Dental Camp, which visits many neighbouring communities and including schools and orphanages. When the Dental Camps operate, their main aim is to improve dental health in the community. They address people's concerns and raise awareness of the importance of dental healthcare. This is particularly important in Nepal as many people, particularly those in remote mountain villages, don't have access to regular health care.

The Dental Clinic also runs its very own 3-year long dental course, where students can train to become dental professionals. You may also get the chance to sit in on lessons that take place.

Generally, you will be expected to work a 6-day week (from Sunday to Friday), but you can also choose to work 5 days a week, if you prefer. Your working day will be from 9 am to 3 pm, with a short break for lunch.