DentiSight - Dr. Rageeba P
Name: Dr. Rageeba P
Birth Place: Kasaragod, Kerala, India
Educational Qualification: BDS, Century International Institute of Dental Science and Research Centre, Poinachi, Kasaragod, Kerala, India
Languages you speak or write: English, Malayalam, Hindi
What do you do?
I am currently working as a resident dental surgeon at The Noor Multi-Speciality Dental Clinic, Thrikaripur, Kasaragod, Kerala.
What prompted you to choose this profession?
My passion for medical services and my desire to serve society.
What is the best part about being a dental student/professional?
In most cases, we get to witness patient satisfaction and happy faces with beautiful smiles immediately after treatment.
How do you like spending your free time?
I love spending time with my family, my husband, and my two naughty little champs.
Which is your favorite subject in dentistry and why?
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS). I am very interested in minor surgeries.
Which is your least favorite subject in dentistry?
Dental Materials and Community Dentistry/Public Health Dentistry.
What are some studying tips you use to retain and understand things better?
I focused on remembering the clinical features and treatment methods rather than just memorizing each case. Making short notes also helped me a lot.
Which dental procedure(s) you enjoy/anticipate doing the most?
Root canal treatments and extractions.
What do you enjoy more, doing an RCT or extracting teeth?
Every case is different, so I enjoy each and every one of them.
What are some challenges you face in your professional field?
Gender bias—some patients prefer treatment only from male dentists, as they lack confidence in female dentists and tend to underestimate us. It’s disheartening. Additionally, underpayment is another serious challenge.
How would your friends describe you?
As the best secret keeper.
What has been the best/most memorable moment in your dental school so far?
Graduation day—seeing my parents' faces filled with happy and proud tears as I received my certificate.
Has dentistry impacted your food choices? Like, do you consume less sugary and sticky food items?
Yes, to some extent. I’m not interested in sticky foods anymore, and if I do have them, I brush my teeth immediately.
As a dental health professional, what is your dental health care regime?
Regular oral check-ups every six months can help ensure that you and your family remain cavity-free. Preventive care keeps smiles from fading.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
Pediatrician
Where would you like to work in the future?
In the Gulf countries. I’m curious to learn about the latest methodologies being implemented in dentistry abroad.
What is your dream travel destination?
Mecca, Saudi Arabia—to perform Hajj and Umrah.
Tell us a secret talent(s) that the world does not know about you?
I can easily tell when someone is lying, but I remain calm and pretend to believe them.
What are you not very good at?
I’m not good at pretending, lying, or flattery.
A quote that resonates deeply with you?
Hardwork pays off.
Any other point(s)/thought(s) you would like us to know about you? Please feel free to share with us.
I’ve encountered patients who cannot afford the treatment they need. In such situations, I feel helpless. I hope to do something more for such patients in the future.
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