Overview
MDS
in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge is a 3-year postgraduate degree
program, the minimum eligibility is BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) degree
from a reputed college or institution recognized by the Dental Council of India
or its equivalent exam. Admission to the course depends on the basis of
candidate’s performance in a relevant entrance exam, and ensuing round of
counseling. This MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge training program
is organized to accomplish skill and knowledge in theoretical and clinical
laboratory, communicative skills, attitude and ability to research with an
understanding of the cultural, social, educational and environmental background
of the society.
There
is a variety of job available for candidates in research institutes,
universities, colleges, and hospitals. Trained private practitioners or experts
will be able to set up their own dental clinic which could enable them to pick
up the certainty and income. Candidates who are interested in social service
field can join NGOs.
Such
postgraduates are hired in capacities such as Consultant, Professor, Forensics,
Dental surgeon, Dental hygienist, Dental Assistant, Private practitioners,
Public health specialists, etc.
The
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) degree provides graduate training in various
branches of dentistry. The aim of each branch of study is to prepare
candidates to become registered dental specialists. The programmes encourage
the development of critical analysis, research skills, and abilities, and
progressed clinical abilities that will be perceived for specialist
registration. The programmes prepare candidates to become both practitioners
and advisory consultants in their selected areas of specialization. MDS in
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge is a specialty which deals with
restoration of oral function developing restoration as well as maintenance of
oral function, making comfortable denture and substitution of natural teeth as
well as related tissues by settled or removable artificial substitutes.
These
restorations involve crowns, bridges as well as veneers.
Prosthodontists are expert dental practitioners who have attempted training
recognized by academic institutions in this field.
Eligibility
Applicants
aspiring for admission to the program will have the BDS (Bachelor of Dental
Surgery) degree from a reputed college or institution recognized by the Dental
Council of India (DCI) with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks.
Admission
Process
The
process of admission to the program may vary across colleges. Some college
conducts their own entrance examination for admission, while some choose
candidates on the basis of their marks at the level of graduation, completed
from a recognized college/university. Most colleges or universities in India
base their selection of applicants on the candidate’s performance in any of the
following entrance tests:
·
Medical/
Dental Entrance Examination
·
Annamalai
University MDS Entrance Exam
·
Avinashilingam
Deemed University for Women MDS Entrance Exam
·
Baba
Farid University of Health Sciences MDS Entrance Exam
·
Banaras
Hindu University BHU MDS Entrance Test
Career
Prospects
Dentistry
is one of the proficient professions and is among the best career decisions
made by students in India. This profession is exceptionally demanding and
gainful. Graduates can begin their profession as professionals in group
clinics, government doctor's facilities, nursing homes and in businesses.
Administration
areas, for example, railroads, protection administrations and weapons
manufacturing plants likewise can utilize dental specialists for doctor's
facilities. Most of the openings for work for a graduate in this field
are accessible in an academic establishment, schools, colleges, and teaching
hospitals.
Trained
private professionals would set up their own dental centre which could help
them to pick up the certainty and income. Graduates who are occupied with
social administration field can join NGOs.
| Job profile | Job description | Average salary | |
| Medical Representative | Medical Representatives are responsible for organizing appointment and meetings, identifying and establishing new businesses, negotiating contracts, and undertaking relevant research. They also demonstrate or present products to healthcare specialists, meeting both the scientific and business needs healthcare professionals and maintaining detailed records. They may also attend and organize trade exhibitions, managing budgets, reviewing sales performance, and writing reports and other documents. | Medical Representatives are responsible for organizing appointment and meetings, identifying and establishing new businesses, negotiating contracts, and undertaking relevant research. They also demonstrate or present products to healthcare specialists, meeting both the scientific and business needs healthcare professionals and maintaining detailed records. They may also attend and organize trade exhibitions, managing budgets, reviewing sales performance, and writing reports and other documents. | 2,50,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Oral Pathologist | They are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses or diseases associated with the teeth. | They are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses or diseases associated with the teeth. | 3,40,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Dental Surgeon | They perform dental surgery on oral tissue and maxillofacial regions to cure or treat diseases, injuries, or defects. | They perform dental surgery on oral tissue and maxillofacial regions to cure or treat diseases, injuries, or defects. | 3,12,797 in 0-2 Years |
| Dental Hygienists | Dental Hygienists work under the supervision of authorized dental specialists. They perform essential dental care assignments, for the most part centered around keeping patients' teeth and gums clean. | Dental Hygienists work under the supervision of authorized dental specialists. They perform essential dental care assignments, for the most part centered around keeping patients' teeth and gums clean. | 5,00,913 in 0-2 Years |
| Dental Assistants | Dental Assistants play an assortment of roles, such as patient care, office, research, and frequently work seat- side as dental practitioners, analyzing and treating patients. They set patients up for treatment, and get their dental records. | Dental Assistants play an assortment of roles, such as patient care, office, research, and frequently work seat- side as dental practitioners, analyzing and treating patients. They set patients up for treatment, and get their dental records. | 4,30,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Clinical Microbiologist | A Clinical Microbiologist is responsible for conducts tests on specimens collected from individual and animals for viral, bacterial, protozoan, and fungal infections. | A Clinical Microbiologist is responsible for conducts tests on specimens collected from individual and animals for viral, bacterial, protozoan, and fungal infections. | 3,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
* Average salary are subjective to change based on various factors
