NITTE University Mangalore
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 2008
- Medicine
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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Course
B.D.S. is an undergraduate Dentistry course. The duration of Bachelor of Dental Surgery course is 4 years regular study followed by 1 year of internship. After M.B.B.S., Bachelor of Dental Surgery is one the most sought after course in the field of medical science. B.D.S. enables one to become a Dentist. Dental Courses comprise didactic lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, seminars, clinical work and conferences. Aspiring candidates learn about various forms of treatment including Surgical Procedures, Dental materials, Dental anatomy & Oral histology, Oral Pathology, Community Dentistry, Pedodontics, Oral Medicine & Radiology etc. which are some of the topics that are generally taught. There are various Dental Schools and Dental Colleges which impart the education of bachelor in dentistry.
Eligibility
Dental School Requirements include H.S.C. (10+2) with English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology with at least 50% marks. Admission to graduate courses in dentistry is through a general, nationwide competitive examination.
Duration: 4 years
Higher Studies
- MDS (Master of Dental Surgery)
Career Opportunities
- Dental Hygienist
- Consultant
- Dental Assistant
- Public Health Specialist
- Oral Pathologist
- Professor
- Dental Surgeon
- Medical Representative/Sales Representative
- Dental Lab Technician/Ceramist
- Private Practitioner
