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About Dental

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is a 5-years undergraduate program and the only approved professional dental course in India. Students become doctors after the BDS course. It is a compulsory course for students aspiring to work as dentists at government or private hospitals. Students purusing a degree in dentistry study the cause, prevention, management and treatment of oral and dental disease.

Course Options After Dental

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Few Programme Options After Dental

Bachelors in dental sciences

Bachelor of Dental Science is an undergraduate dentistry course. The duration of the course is 5 years including 1 year of internship. After MBBS, BDS is one the most sought course in the field of medical science.

Doctors of phylosopy

A PhD is a Doctorate of Philosophy, a prestigious qualification which is the highest level of degree that a student can achieve, demonstrating talent, academic excellence and a thirst for knowledge.

Doctors of dental medicine

A dentist who holds this degree can practice general or specialized dentistry after fulfilling the requirements for state licensing and completed any required specialty training.

Bachelors in dental surgery

What is a Bachelor in Dental Surgery? Dentistry deals with the evaluation and treatment of dental and oral disease. This program focuses on the surgery side of dentistry, and students gain a wealth of knowledge and skills. Each program will vary some, but students will study the biomedical sciences and then move on to clinical dentistry. Learning basic and advanced dental techniques and a lot of hands-on work will help prepare the students for a future job.

Diploma in dental technology

Diploma in Dental Technician is a professional course that aims to train students in various aspects of dental technology. In this course, students learn about dental anatomy, physiology, and materials used in dentistry. They also learn how to use various tools and techniques to create dental prosthetics such as dentures, braces, bridges, and implants.

Bachelors of dental health science

This program is designed to provide students with an opportunity to undertake advanced study and supervised research work in the specialisation defined by their undergraduate degree program within the context of a multidisciplinary cohort.The research skills developed within this program will provide an attractive credential for students seeking employment in the public or private sectors. The program will also provide the necessary preparation for entry into a higher degree research program. The multidisciplinary context of the program, involving team-teaching of students and the sharing of coursework and seminar experiences across disciplines will be invaluable to students given the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to researchers and practitioners seeking to understand complex problems in health.

Graduate diploma in forensic odontology

Forensic odontology is a specialist dental science required within the criminal justice system. Forensic odontologists perform examinations required by law enforcement agencies, medical examiners and coroners. They work to identify perpetrators and victims, usually by comparing dental records with human remains and bite marks

Dental public health

Dental public health is an area of dentistry concerned with the evaluation of dental health needs and how the practice of dental healthcare meets those needs.

Dental public health experts provide leadership and guidance in areas such as population-based dentistry, disease prevention, the promotion of dental health, and the surveillance of oral health.

Bachelors of science in dental therapy

Dental therapists provide operative, pediatric, endodontic, periodontic and oral surgery clinical care, along with preventive treatment and health education. Dental therapists work at different levels including: individual patients when providing dental care, classroom groups when providing health education, and with entire communities when organizing community wellness events

Worldwide Career Opportunities

In India, the scope of a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) job is highly broad and expanding at a quick pace. It is determined by the aspirant’s talents, knowledge, and calibre, as well as the location where they practice.Apart from this Top countries like the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand provide excellent BDS programs. Bachelor and Master’s programs cover diverse dental specialities. The journey begins with meeting eligibility criteria, entrance exams, and a visa process

Approx Average Salary

Dental Anetsthesiologis Approx Average Salary $378,863
DenDentist Private Practice Approx Average Salary $374,999
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Approx Average Salary $336,000
Maxillofacial Prosthodontist Approx Average Salary $336,000
Orthodontist Approx Average Salary $323,587
Prosthodontist Approx Average Salary $313,745
Periodontist Approx Average Salary $310,357
Endodontist Approx Average Salary $309,078
Pediatric Dentist Approx Average Salary $256,389
General Dentist Approx Average Salary $201,209
Senior Dentist Approx Average Salary $126,708

Study Option Worldwide in Dental

  • US

  • UK (United Kingdom)

  • New Zealand

  • Switzerland

  • Denmark

  • UAE

  • UAE

Duration of Course

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) is an undergraduate course for five years duration. Under this degree duration, four years will be for theory and one year will be for a rotatory internship. Dental Council of India (DCI) regulates Dental education in the country