Course Details

MDS

🦷 MDS Course – Full Details 

🔹 What is MDS? 

MDS stands for Master of Dental Surgery. 

It is a postgraduate degree program in dentistry, focusing on specialized areas of dental treatment and surgery. MDS is typically pursued after completing the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) degree. 

• MDS involves in-depth study, research, and practical exposure in various specialized fields like Orthodontics, Periodontology, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, etc. 

✅ MDS Eligibility Criteria 

Category Requirement 

Educational Qualification Must have completed BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) from a recognized dental college/university 

Minimum Marks Minimum 50% aggregate in BDS degree 

Entrance Exam Must qualify NEET-MDS (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for MDS) 

Internship Completion of a 1-year mandatory internship after BDS 

Age Limit There is no upper age limit, but candidates should adhere to university rules for age restrictions (if any) 

Nationality Indian nationals, NRIs, and Foreign Nationals (as per institution rules) 

⏳ MDS Course Duration 

Component Duration Description 

Academic Study 3 years Specialized training in chosen dental field 

Internship/Clinical Training 6 months – 1 year Practical exposure under expert supervision 

Total Course Duration 3 years + internship Completion of academic studies + clinical training 

📚 MDS Course Structure (Subject-wise Breakdown) 

🔸 Year 1: Foundation and Core Subjects 

• Dental Anatomy & Histology 
• Oral Medicine and Radiology 
• Research Methodology & Biostatistics 
• Pharmacology in Dentistry 
• Advanced Diagnostic Tools and Techniques 
• Introduction to Dental Specializations 

🔸 Year 2: Specialization Core and Practice 

• Periodontology (Advanced Gum Diseases & Treatment) 
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 
• Orthodontics (Dental Braces & Teeth Alignment) 
• Prosthodontics (Dental Prosthetics, Implants) 
• Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics (Root Canal and Repair) 
• Pedodontics (Children’s Dentistry) 

🔸 Year 3: Advanced Clinical Practice & Thesis 

• Clinical Training: Specialized training in chosen field (Orthodontics, Periodontology, Oral Surgery, etc.) 
• Research Work: Focused on conducting research projects, writing a thesis 
• Advanced Techniques: Mastering the latest dental procedures and tools in the field of specialty 

🏥 MDS Internship/Clinical Training (Final Year) 

• Duration: Typically 6 months to 1 year (varies by institution) 
• Rotations in: 
• Specialized clinics related to the field of study (Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, Pedodontics, etc.) 
• Hands-on practice with real patients 
• Exposure to new dental technologies and tools 
• Supervised surgeries and procedures 

📋 MDS Course Criteria 

Requirement Details 

Attendance Minimum 75% theory and 80% practical/clinical attendance 

Internal Assessment Periodic assessments during academic years and practical evaluations 

University Exams Conducted at the end of each year (theory + practical exams) 

Research & Dissertation A research project or dissertation is required at the end of the course 

Clinical/Practical Work Mandatory hands-on training in a clinical setting 

Internship Completion Full completion of internship required for certification 

Passing Marks Minimum 50% in theory and practical combined to pass the course 

Registration Must be registered with State Dental Council / Dental Council of India (for Indian students)