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Dentistry is a course which is studied by students to follow a career in the branch of health care which focuses on the maintenance of the health of the teeth, gums and other tissues in and around the mouth. It is a branch in the medical field and is considered a vital field of study and many students are opting for this course in the present times. Dentistry usually encompasses practices related to oral cavity and is carried out to prevent oral diseases.
Dentists are important and act as a key role in the society to help people detect medical conditions such as oral cancer and other infectious diseases. Dentists also help the people keep their oral conditions better and identify any types of abnormalities and treat it.
Role of a dentist
Dentists are responsible for diagnosing and treating dental problems and helping people develop better oral hygiene regimes. Overall the role of a dentist are listed below:
Performing general dentistry or practices.
Performing clinical procedures such as extractions, surgeries, fillings, implants and more.
Evaluating overall health of patients
Advising oral health and prevention of disease strategies to patients.
To identify, diagnose and treat oral conditions.
Eligibility Criteria (UG & PG) of Dentistry
Eligibility Criteria for Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Students should have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) examinations with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects.
Should have scored at least 50% in 10+2 (or equivalent) examination
Eligibility Criteria for Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
Should have obtained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized institutes in India with a minimum score of 50%.
Students should have completed their one year internship.
If the candidates possess a PG diploma of 2 years recognized by Dental Council of India, then they will also be eligible for MDS.
Scope of Dentistry Course
Dentistry is one of the most popularly pursued medical courses after MBBS. The employment scope of Dentistry in India and abroad is high and students will be able to divulge into various career opportunities. After completing BDS, students can also opt to pursue MDS and take up a specialization which will allow them to stream themselves into a particular field of profession. After completing their studies, students can get employed in hospitals or they can also open their own clinics. Students can also opt to join the research field or join government jobs in Indian Army/Navy/Airforce. MDS students can opt to open their specialization clinics or also go for higher studies. Dentists are also in demand in foreign countries especially in the Gulf. The salary package and career opportunities are on a higher scale there.
Dentistry Courses
| # | GRADUATION COURSES | DURATION | ELIGIBILITY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bachelor of Dental Sciences - BDS | 4 years | Should have completed 10+2 in PCB from a recognised institute/board |
| # | POST GRADUATION COURSES | DURATION | ELIGIBILITY |
| 1 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | 3 years | Candidates who have completed their Undergraduate Dental education in India from a dental college/institute |
| 2 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | 3 years | Minimum 50 per cent marks in BDS |
| 3 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Oral Pathology & Microbiology | 3 years | Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) |
| 4 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Oral Medicine & Radiology | 3 years | Minimum 50 per cent marks in BDS |
| 5 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge | 3 years | Candidates must acquire a minimum aggregate of 55% in their graduation. |
| 6 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Periodontics | 3 years | Bachelor's degree in Dental Surgery |
| 7 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Paediatric | 3 years | BDS degree from a recognized university/college in India and registered with the State Dental Council along with a compulsory one-year internship in a recognised Dental Institute |
| 8 | Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Orthodontics | 3 years | Candidates who should have passed the B.H.M.S degree from a recognized university shall be eligible for the course. |
| 9 | Master of Dental Surgery in Public Health Dentistry | 3 years | The eligibility criteria for MDS in Public Health Dentistry is both merit based and entrance examination based, i.e., the applicant is required to have completed BDS in any specialization programme from a recognized University. |