Next to MBBS, the most sought-after medical studies is BDS, which is an undergraduate dental program.
Significance:
This study involves various treatment methods for dental health, oral health, gum-related issues, orthodontics ( teeth gap repair), dentures, and treatment of jaw alignment. BDS is offered as a five-year course, with four-year college learning followed by one-year internship training.
Eligibility: Candidates who passed NEET with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Plus 2 are eligible for BDS course!
Opportunities:
Dentist
Dental surgeon
Professor
Dental Consultant
Dental Assistant
Dental hygienist
Community Dental Hygienist
Cosmetic dentist
Dental Laboratory Technician
Eligible and skilled dentists have jobs in government hospitals, private hospitals, clinics and community health centres. After a few years of experience, one can start a clinic separately. If willing to work in the education sector, can do Masters.
For this program jobs are available in USA, Canada, UK, Germany, Singapore and Gulf countries too. Becoming a dentist is not a difficult venture at all. Students who excel in science subjects can confidently opt for the five-year BDS course.
Other Dental Courses
B.Sc., Dental Technology
Dental Assistant Diploma
Dental Hygiene Diploma
Pharmacy Technician
Dental Xray Certificate Course