PERIODONTICS

Master of Dental Surgery or MDS Periodontics is a postgraduate program of 3 years duration in the field of dentistry. MDS Periodontics deals with the study of diseases related to teeth structures that include gums, periodontal membranes, cementum and alveolar bone and provides prevention and cure related to these diseases. The minimum eligibility criteria for MDS Periodontics is to possess a Bachelor's in Dental Surgery (BDS) from an institution recognized by the Dental Council of India. It is obligatory for every candidate to attain the age of at least 21 years while applying for the MDS Periodontics. The admissions to MDS Periodontics are based on entrance scores such as NEET PG or other state level or institute level tests. However, some institutes provide direct admissions on the basis of candidate’s marks in graduation. The average course fee of MDS Periodontics in India ranges from INR 6,00,000 - INR 35,00,000. The average salary of MDS Periodontics graduates ranges from INR 3 LPA - 20 LPA. MDS Periodontics: Entrance Exams Here is the list of some top entrance exams. 1) NEET MDS 2) AIIMS PG 3) AIPGDEE 4) PGIMER MDS Periodontics: Job Profiles Listed here are some of the popular job positions offered to successful postgraduates are listed below: • Private Clinic Practitioner • Government Sector Practitioner • Researcher • Dental Product Consultant • Healthcare Panelist • Consultant • Dental Assistant • Dental Hygienist • Dental Lab Technician/ Ceramist • Dental Surgeon, etc. The top recruiters of MDS Periodontics students are Research Institutes, Universities, Defence Services, Government and Private Dental Institutions, Healthcare Panels, Hospitals, Multi-Specialty Clinics, NGOs etc.