by Yogi P - August 20, 2023

What is the full form of BDS?

The full form of BDS is a Bachelor of Dental Surgery .

What is BDS?

BDS is the main degree in India if you want to be a dentist. The course lasts for five years, and it helps students learn about dental science and how to do surgeries.

Why is BDS important?

• If you want to be a recognized dentist in India, whether in a government place or private, you need this degree.
• It’s a favorite choice for students who like biology, coming just after the MBBS degree for doctors.

What do you study in BDS?

During the course, you’ll:

• Spend one year doing a paid job (internship) where you get to learn by doing things in various dental departments.
• Learn about Dental Histology, Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology, and more.
• Practice real dental work, so you’re ready once you graduate.

How can you join a BDS course?

• You need at least 50% marks in Class XII and must have studied Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.
• You also need to pass the NEET exam, which is the main entrance test for BDS.

Which are some top colleges for BDS in India?

1. Manipal College of Dental Science, Manipal
2. Faculty of Dental Sciences IMS BHU, Varanasi
3. Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai … and many others!

How do colleges select students for BDS?

• They look at your Class XII marks (you need above 85%).
• They also see how you did in the NEET exam.
• After that, there’s a counselling session where you can pick your college. There are three rounds of this.

What can you do after completing BDS?

• You can work as a dentist in both private clinics and government hospitals.
• You can also do research in dental science.