Overview

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.

MDS in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge is a 3-year postgraduate degree program, the minimum eligibility is B.H.M.S. from a recognized school board 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.

The average tuition fee charged for the course in India ranges between INR 5,000 to 15 lacs, for a span of 2 years.

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.

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Such postgraduates are hired in capacities such as Consultant, Professor, Forensics, Dental surgeon, Dental hygienist, Dental Assistant, Private practitioners, Public health specialists, etc. A fresh graduate in this field can earn an average salary of INR 4 to 12 Lac per annum.  

Syllabus

The syllabus for MDS Prosthodontics and Bridge in India may vary slightly depending on the university or institution offering the course. However, the general topics covered in the syllabus are as follows:

  1. Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of Orofacial Structures
  2. Dental Materials Science and Biomaterials
  3. Basic Dental Laboratory Procedures and Techniques
  4. Prosthetic Impression Procedures and Techniques
  5. Complete Denture Prosthodontics
  6. Removable Partial Denture Prosthodontics
  7. Fixed Partial Denture Prosthodontics
  8. Maxillofacial Prosthetics
  9. Implant Prosthodontics
  10. Esthetic Dentistry
  11. Management of Temporomandibular Disorders
  12. Occlusion and Articulation
  13. Research Methodology and Biostatistics
  14. Clinical Training and Practice

FEATURE COLLEGES

YENEPOYA UNIVERSITY

Mangalore , Karnataka

4.5
JSS AHER

Mysore , Karnataka

4.5

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