Name: Dr. Ansila S
Educational Qualification: BDS, Azeezia College of Dental Science and Research, Kollam, Kerala (Year of Graduation - 2019)
Languages you speak or write: English, Malayalam
What do you do?
I am currently a Medical Writer. I have previously worked as a General Dentist in both private and government settings.
What prompted you to choose this profession?
My passion in writing prompted me to choose this profession.
What is the best part about being a dental student/professional?
The smile of satisfaction from the patient after the treatment.
How do you like spending your free time?
I like to read and write. I am also interested in gardening and home decor.
Which is your favorite subject in dentistry and why?
Endodontics! Root canals always surprise you.
Which is your least favorite subject in dentistry?
Public health dentistry
What are some studying tips you use to retain and understand things better?
Always visualise, understand and study, then connect it with what you observe, it will stay with you forever.
What do you enjoy more, doing an RCT or extracting teeth?
I prefer to do RCTs more that extracting a tooth.
What are some challenges you face in your professional field?
1. Patients not following the instructions and blaming the dentist for the issues that arise.
2. Identifying the missing canal.
How would your friends describe you?
Last minute teacher before exams.
What has been the best/ most memorable moment in your dental school so far?
Seeing my first ever patient smile after the treatment.
Has dentistry impacted your food choices? Like, do you consume less sugary and sticky food items?
I definitely consume less sugary foods after becoming a dentist.
As a dental health professional, what is your dental health care regime?
In addition to brushing twice a day, I floss regularly, receive oral prophylaxis every six months, and eat healthy foods that benefit both my teeth and overall health.
Where would you like to work in the future?
I would like to work from home.
What is your dream travel destination?
Switzerland
Tell us a secret talent(s) that the world does not know about you.
I am an embroidery artist and I create colourful hoops.
What are you not very good at?
Remembering a route from the map.
A quote that resonates deeply with you?
"Mistakes and pressure are inevitable; the secret to getting past them is to stay calm."
(DentiSight/Dr. Ansila S/MSM)