- Dentistry is the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, especially the teeth, and to an extent related conditions in the maxillofacial (jaws and face) area.
- The dentist’s supporting team aids in providing oral health services. The dental team includes dental assistants, dental hygienists, dental technicians, and in some states, dental therapists.
Eligibility:
The subjects that need to be taken after class 10th to pursue Dentistry as a career option are:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Candidates who have passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks are eligible for admission in the Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) course. The duration for this course is 4 years.
List of top colleges:
- Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, Delhi
- Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal
- Bapuji Dental College & Hospital, Davangere
- SDM College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Dharwad
- Govt. Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai
- Tamilnadu Govt. Dental College,Chennai
- Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College & Hospital, Pune
- SRM Dental College, Chennai
- Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital, Kolkata
- Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow
Job prospects:
- Dentistry is one of the recognized professional careers and is among the top career choices made by students in India. This profession is very demanding and remunerative.
- The majority of the job opportunities for a graduate in this field are available in a research institute, colleges, universities, and teaching hospitals.
