PEDODONTICS & PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY

MDS in Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry is a three-year post graduate program that focuses on the management of the complete oral health needs of a child from birth to adolescence. This is an excellent choice of course for students who are willing to gain knowledge about understanding or understanding the behavior of a child, oversee children demonstrating apprehension, planning appropriate therapy for basic oral health issues and problems in children and so on. The minimum eligibility criterion for applying to the course is a BDS degree from a recognized university, with a minimum aggregate score of 55% from any Dental Council of India approved College/Institute. MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry offers admissions to the students based on an entrance examination or merit-based. The average course fee for MDS in Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry ranges between INR 10,000 - 25 lacs (approx.) MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry average initial salary of these professionals is INR 3-15 lacs (approx.) which might further increase with an increase in experience and expertise. MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry: Entrance Exams Some of the popular entrance exams conducted in India for MDS are as follows: • AIPGDEE - All India Post Graduate Dental Entrance Exam is conducted at a national level by the National Board of Examinations. • NEET MDS - The National Board of Examinations in Medical Science (NBEMS) conducts the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Masters of Dental Surgery. • Dr D.Y. Patil All India Common Entrance Test - This entrance exam is conducted by Dr D.Y. Patil University. MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry: Career Prospects MDS Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry Graduates may find these jobs at reputed organizations and hospitals such as the Indian Council of Medical Research, Kailash Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Max Healthcare and likewise. Listed here are some of the popular job positions offered to successful postgraduates are listed below: • Dentist • Pharmacovigilance Officer • Dental Assistant • Medical Marketing Executive • Professor/Lecturer • Dental Surgeon • Technical Expert - Dentistry • Dental Lab Technician • Pharmacovigilance, etc.