Dentist
Price
INR 5 lakh to 30 lakh
Duration
5 years
About the Course
The BDS program typically lasts 5 years, including clinical training and practical experience. It covers subjects such as anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and dental surgery. Students gain hands-on experience through internships and patient interactions in dental clinics. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Graduates must complete a licensing exam to practice dentistry.
Education Pathway
Complete 10+2:
Subjects Required: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (and English).
2. Entrance Exam Preparation:
Key Exam: NEET or specific state-level entrance exams for dental colleges.
3. Enroll in BDS Program: Assessments focus on knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
4. Enroll in BDS Program:
Duration: 5 years, divided into:
Pre-clinical Phase (2 years): Basic medical sciences and dental materials.
Clinical Phase (3 years): Clinical training in various dental specialties.
5. Internship:
Duration: 1 year, providing practical exposure to dental procedures and patient care.
Top Colleges in Mumbai and India
Mumbai:
Nair Hospital Dental College
Maulana Azad Dental College
India:
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi
Manipal College of Dental Sciences
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai
Top Colleges Abroad
USA: Harvard School of Dental Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
UK: King's College London, University of Manchester
Australia: University of Sydney, University of Melbourne
Skills Required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Manual dexterity and attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Empathy and patience
Ability to work in a team
Scope
India: Growing demand for dental services and specialists, particularly in urban areas.
Abroad: Opportunities in advanced healthcare systems, research, and dental education.
Job opportunity
India: Dental clinics, hospitals, research institutions, and dental product companies (e.g., Colgate-Palmolive, Philips Oral Healthcare).
Abroad: Private dental practices, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and research organizations (e.g., Procter & Gamble, Dentsply Sirona).
Salary
India: Starting at INR 3-5 lakh per annum; experienced dentists can earn INR 10-20 lakh or more.
Abroad: Starting at USD 70,000-100,000 per annum; experienced professionals can earn over USD 200,000.
NOTE: Salary, course fees are subject to changes. Course duration may vary depending on the clearance of exams.