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Candidates, who do not get seat in MBBS, will consider BDS as an immediate alternative.
By joining BDS, they can fulfill their doctor's dream. In recent years, dental problems have been increasing in adults, children and youth. However, there are not enough dentists according to the demand. The demand for dentists in the country is growing. So, let us dig into the details of the course andthe career opportunities.
Dentist
Those who have completed the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course are referred to as dentists. They treat dental ailments. A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a surgeon who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. A licensed dentist can carry out most dental treatments such as restorative (dental restorations, crowns, bridges), orthodontics (braces), prosthodontic (dentures, crown/bridge), endodontic (root canal) therapy, periodontal (gum) therapy, and oral surgery (extraction of teeth), as well as performing examinations, taking radiographs (x-rays) and diagnosis.
Admission & Curriculum
B.D.S. is an undergraduate course for five years duration, of which four years will be for theory, while one year will be for rotatory internship. The curriculum of BDS is being regulated by Dental Council of India. In order to get into BDS course, it is mandatory for students to appear and qualify in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), for admission.
The BDS course contains the basic subjects like human anatomy, physiology & biochemistry, dental material, prosthodontics, microbiology, embryology & histology, general & dental pharmacology and pathology, periodontics, pedodontics, orthodontics and dentistry.
Skills
Dentists should also possess the following specific qualities:
Clinical knowledge
The career of dentists depends purely on their skills.So, they have to concentrate on theory and practical (clinical knowledge) part alike from the beginning. They can boost up their self-confidence by gaining complete command over all the subjects. They should try to know about the problems of the patients and make them get confidence by talking to them. To do so, candidates should have good communication skills.
Opportunities
There are plenty of good jobs & higher study opportunities available after getting the degree in dentistry as a doctor. It is the professional field with 100% job placement.
A BDS graduate may go for the PG degree programmes leading to the Domain MDS (Master of Dental Surgery). MDS is the advanced degree in dentistry field and allows the candidates to specialize in any of its discipline. Interested candidates can also go for research programme by pursuing Doctor of Philosophy.
Dentist
Those who have completed the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course are referred to as dentists. They treat dental ailments. A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a surgeon who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. A licensed dentist can carry out most dental treatments such as restorative (dental restorations, crowns, bridges), orthodontics (braces), prosthodontic (dentures, crown/bridge), endodontic (root canal) therapy, periodontal (gum) therapy, and oral surgery (extraction of teeth), as well as performing examinations, taking radiographs (x-rays) and diagnosis.
Admission & Curriculum
B.D.S. is an undergraduate course for five years duration, of which four years will be for theory, while one year will be for rotatory internship. The curriculum of BDS is being regulated by Dental Council of India. In order to get into BDS course, it is mandatory for students to appear and qualify in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), for admission.
The BDS course contains the basic subjects like human anatomy, physiology & biochemistry, dental material, prosthodontics, microbiology, embryology & histology, general & dental pharmacology and pathology, periodontics, pedodontics, orthodontics and dentistry.
Skills
Dentists should also possess the following specific qualities:
- Communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Dexterity
- Leadership skills
- Organizational skills
- Patience
- Physical stamina
- Problem-solving skills
Clinical knowledge
The career of dentists depends purely on their skills.So, they have to concentrate on theory and practical (clinical knowledge) part alike from the beginning. They can boost up their self-confidence by gaining complete command over all the subjects. They should try to know about the problems of the patients and make them get confidence by talking to them. To do so, candidates should have good communication skills.
Opportunities
There are plenty of good jobs & higher study opportunities available after getting the degree in dentistry as a doctor. It is the professional field with 100% job placement.
A BDS graduate may go for the PG degree programmes leading to the Domain MDS (Master of Dental Surgery). MDS is the advanced degree in dentistry field and allows the candidates to specialize in any of its discipline. Interested candidates can also go for research programme by pursuing Doctor of Philosophy.
Published date : 02 May 2020 03:06PM
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