Name: Dr. Drishya Unnikrishnan
Birth Place: Kannur, Kerala, India
Educational Qualification: BDS, Century International Institute of Dental Science and Research Centre, Poinachi, Kasaragod, Kerala, India
MDS from Royal Dental College, Palakkad, Kerala, India (2018-2021)
Languages you speak or write: English, Malayalam, Hindi
What do you do?
I am an Orthodontist currently working in Kannur, Kerala.
What prompted you to choose this profession?
Initially, it was just because I got admission to BDS after NEET. Later it developed into my passion.
What is the best part about being a dental student/professional?
The happiness you see on your patient's face once you finish the treatment is the most rewarding.
How do you like spending your free time?
I just sleep or spend the time with my son.
Which is your favorite subject in dentistry and why?
Orthodontics. It clearly shows visible changes in patient outcomes.
Which is your least favorite subject in dentistry?
Periodontics
What are some studying tips you use to retain and understand things better?
Study with full concentration and review the material repeatedly.
Which dental procedure(s) you enjoy/anticipate doing the most?
I definitely enjoy doing orthodontic procedures.
What do you enjoy more, doing an RCT or extracting teeth?
Extracting
What are some challenges you face in your professional field?
Few uncooperative patients
How would your friends describe you?
I am a very simple person. I love to travel and go out with friends.
What has been the best/most memorable moment in your dental school so far?
I think it's my convocation day. It was quite a memorable day indeed.
Has dentistry impacted your food choices? Like, do you consume less sugary and sticky food items?
No. I eat whatever I like. But I do brush properly afterwards. 😅
As a dental health professional, what is your dental health care regime?
I do brush my teeth twice. Rinse after every meal or after whenever I eat. I also dental check up every 6 months.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
I might have become a teacher.
Where would you like to work in the future?
I currently work in my hometown and I wish to continue here.
What is your dream travel destination?
Europe
Tell us a secret talent(s) that the world does not know about you?
No secret talent. I think everyone knows everything about me.
What are you not very good at?
Cooking is not my forte.
A quote that resonates deeply with you?
Work hard. Be kind. Stay happy.
(DentiSight/Dr. Drishya Unnikrishnan/ TL)