Master of Dental Surgery

Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) course is a master level degree for students who have graduated in Dental Science. MDS degree as recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) is offered in various specializations including Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, Periodontology, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, and Oral Medicine and Radiology.


Dentistry is a part of Medicines that will stop the disease effects occurring on the teeth. It is two years for those who have a Postgraduate Diploma to be recognized under DCI. Students who opt and improve their research skills in the dental area should go for an MDS Course.

Program Details

MDS is a 3 years post-graduation course after BDS that deals with the study of development, anatomy, and diseases of the teeth. Students who wish to do research related to teeth can opt for MDS after BDS. The MDS program promotes the development of critical analysis, research skills, and advanced clinical skills to improve the student in the field of dentistry.


Online degree

It is possible to become a dentist by taking online courses, in choice areas or degrees. After this, one must obtain certification from the necessary regulating bodies.

Educational requirements and admission

minimum marks in the qualifying degree examination for admissions to MDS course, 55% marks in aggregate of all subjects in BDS course.
You must be at least 21 years old to take admission in the MDS course. Hence you can apply for the entrance test of AICET.


Median salary

As MDS graduates have a lot of value, their salary is also expected to be high. MDS graduate's average salary is INR 8 Lakh per annum.

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Following are some of the subjects you will study during the course time:

  • Applied Basic Sciences
  • Minor Oral Surgery and Trauma
  • Recent Advances in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Recent Advances in Periodontics
  • Applied Basic Sciences
  • Diagnosis, Treatment, Implantology, and Preventive Periodontology
  • Etiopathogenesis Of Periodontal Diseases
  • Oral Pathology, Oral Microbiology & Forensic Odontology
  • Recent Advances in Oral Pathology
  • Applied Basic Sciences
  • Laboratory and Histopathological Techniques
  • Dentistry Material
  • Endodontics
  • Recent Advances in Conservative Dentistry
  • Conservative Dentistry with preventive dentistry
  • Specializations
  • Masters in Community Dentistry
  • Masters in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Masters in Oral Medicine and Radiology
  • Masters in Oral Pathology
  • Orthodontics
  • Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthodontics
  • Masters in Operative Dentistry and endodontics



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Top Colleges in India

The top institutes of India that provide degree courses are as follows:

  • All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
  • SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur
  • Manipal College of Dental Science, Mangalore
  • S.D.M. College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Dharwad
  • Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Devanagere
  • M.S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore
  • The Oxford Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore
  • Yenepoya Dental College [YDC], Mangalore
  • Krishnadeva College of Dental Sciences [KCDS], Bangalore
  • JSS Dental College and Hospital, Mysore

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the difference between MBA and MDS?

    The Master of Business Studies (MBS) deals with areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and general management. Similar to the MBA, it equips students for high-level managerial roles in organizations. MBA tends to be more practical-oriented and comprises studies at a more administrable level.

  • Is it essential to pursue MDS after BDS?

    Bachelor’s degree in Dental Science is a basic medical degree. Students with a BDS degree can get a job as a Dentist, but the scope of work and the pay scale will be very less. To increase the subject knowledge, exposure as well as pay scale, candidates may pursue an MDS degree.

  • How much does MDS cost?

    Approximately 2% of MDS colleges have a moderately expensive fee structure that ranges between Rs 3-5 lakh. The fees of around 2% colleges is between Rs 2-3 lakh. One such college is King George’s Medical University, Lucknow.

  • What are MDS qualifications?

    Master of Dental Surgery or MDS course is a master level degree for students who have graduated in Dental Science. MDS is a full-time degree of two years duration with specializations for diseases related to Tooth, Jaw, and other Facial tissues, dental science is dealing to help in maintaining oral health.

  • Who earns more BDS or MBS?

    There are instances when long-standing BDS graduates earn ten times more than an MDS graduate. But it needs time dedication and some initial investment. But since you will be saving the money that you were about to spend on a private MDS seat, you can use some of that money to establish a good clinical setup.



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