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BDS

5 Year

About BDS

A Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is a professional undergraduate degree in dentistry. It prepares students to become dentists and equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral diseases and conditions.

The BDS program typically spans five years, including a year of internship. The curriculum combines theoretical coursework with practical training, covering various aspects of dental science, clinical practice, and patient care. Students learn about dental anatomy, pathology, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery, among other areas. The program also emphasizes the development of skills necessary for effective patient communication and ethical practice.

Fees Range

30K - 7L depending upon institution and specialization

Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Completion of Higher Secondary School (10+2) or an equivalent qualification with subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Minimum Marks: Generally, a minimum of 50% in the qualifying examination is required.
  • Entrance Examination: Admission to BDS programs often requires passing a national or state-level entrance examination, such as the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) in India.

Syllabus

Module Description
Year 1
  • General Anatomy
  • Dental Anatomy and Histology
  • General Physiology and Biochemistry
  • Introduction to Dental Materials
  • Oral Histology
  • Basic Clinical Training

Year 2
  • General Pathology and Microbiology
  • Oral Pathology
  • Preclinical Conservative Dentistry
  • Preclinical Prosthodontics
  • Preclinical Orthodontics
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry
  • Clinical Training
Year 3
  • Oral Medicine and Radiology
  • Conservative Dentistry
  • Prosthodontics
  • Orthodontics
  • Oral Surgery
  • Periodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Clinical Training
Year 4
  • Advanced Conservative Dentistry
  • Advanced Prosthodontics
  • Advanced Orthodontics
  • Advanced Oral Surgery
  • Advanced Periodontics
  • Advanced Pediatric Dentistry
  • Clinical Practice and Case Studies
Year 5
  • Internship/Clinical Practice
  • Public Health Dentistry
  • Ethics and Jurisprudence in Dentistry
  • Research Project/Dissertation

 

Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Completion of Higher Secondary School (10+2) or an equivalent qualification with subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Minimum Marks: Generally, a minimum of 50% in the qualifying examination is required.
  • Entrance Examination: Admission to BDS programs often requires passing a national or state-level entrance examination, such as the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) in India.

Career Scope

  • Job Profiles:
    • General Dentist: Providing routine dental care, including cleanings, fillings, and extractions.
    • Orthodontist: Specializing in correcting misaligned teeth and jaws.
    • Oral Surgeon: Performing complex surgical procedures related to the mouth, jaw, and face.
    • Prosthodontist: Focusing on the design and fitting of artificial teeth and other dental prostheses.
    • Periodontist: Treating gum diseases and conditions.
    • Endodontist: Specializing in root canal treatments and procedures related to dental pulp.
  • Sectors:
    • Private Dental Clinics: Offering a range of dental services and treatments.
    • Hospitals: Working in dental departments or oral surgery units.
    • Academic Institutions: Teaching and conducting research in dental science.
    • Public Health Organizations: Promoting oral health and conducting community dental programs.
    • Dental Research: Engaging in research to advance dental practices and technologies.

Syllabus

Module Description
Year 1
  • General Anatomy
  • Dental Anatomy and Histology
  • General Physiology and Biochemistry
  • Introduction to Dental Materials
  • Oral Histology
  • Basic Clinical Training

Year 2
  • General Pathology and Microbiology
  • Oral Pathology
  • Preclinical Conservative Dentistry
  • Preclinical Prosthodontics
  • Preclinical Orthodontics
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry
  • Clinical Training
Year 3
  • Oral Medicine and Radiology
  • Conservative Dentistry
  • Prosthodontics
  • Orthodontics
  • Oral Surgery
  • Periodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Clinical Training
Year 4
  • Advanced Conservative Dentistry
  • Advanced Prosthodontics
  • Advanced Orthodontics
  • Advanced Oral Surgery
  • Advanced Periodontics
  • Advanced Pediatric Dentistry
  • Clinical Practice and Case Studies
Year 5
  • Internship/Clinical Practice
  • Public Health Dentistry
  • Ethics and Jurisprudence in Dentistry
  • Research Project/Dissertation

 

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