Department of Public Health Dentistry

Program Name :

Specialization :

Public Health Dentistry 

Number of Seats :

01

Degree Requirement :

B.D.S.

Course Requirement :

The MDS in Public Health Dentistry course typically requires completion of BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) from a recognized institution, one-year compulsory rotatory internship, and qualification in the NEET-MDS entrance examination for admission . The program duration is 3 years, during which students undergo training in community dentistry, epidemiology, biostatistics, research methodology, oral health promotion, public health program planning, preventive dentistry, and field/community postings, along with dissertation/research work and teaching responsibilities in undergraduate clinics.

Jobs Prospects :

MDS in Public Health Dentistry offers career opportunities mainly in academics, government health services, research, and public health programs. Most post-graduates work as faculty in dental colleges since every institution requires this department, while others join government hospitals, district oral health programs, NGOs, or research organizations like World Health Organization-linked projects. It also provides scope in hospital administration and healthcare management. Overall, it is a good option for those interested in teaching, community service and research

Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :

Program Outcomes (POs):
Graduates should demonstrate clinical competence, diagnose and manage oral diseases, practice ethical dentistry, and contribute to community oral health.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs):
Ability to diagnose oral conditions, develop treatment plans, and perform basic dental procedures while promoting preventive and community dentistry.

Program Outcomes (PO's) :

Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course the students shall be able to:

• Apply the principles of health promotion and disease prevention.

• Have knowledge of the organization and provision of health care in community and in the hospital service.

• Have knowledge of the prevalence of common dental conditions in India.

• Have knowledge of community based preventive measures.

• Have knowledge of the social, cultural and environmental factors which contribute to health or illness.

• Administer oral hygiene instructions, topical fluoride therapy and fissure sealing.

• Educate patients concerning the aetiology and prevention of oral disease and encourage them to assume responsibility for their oral health.

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Accreditation :

No