BDS stands for Bachelor of Dental Surgery. It is an undergraduate programme for students who want to build a career in dentistry. The course covers important areas such as oral health, dental anatomy, dental physiology, pathology, pharmacology, dental materials, and clinical dentistry.

Students who plan to pursue BDS generally need to complete Class 12 with the required science subjects and meet the applicable admission requirements. Admission may also depend on entrance examination and counselling rules applicable at the time of admission.

During the BDS programme, students learn both theoretical concepts and practical clinical skills. Practical training helps students understand patient care, diagnosis, preventive dentistry, and different dental procedures.

After completing BDS, graduates can explore career opportunities in dental clinics, hospitals, healthcare organisations, dental colleges, research, and other related areas. Students may also consider postgraduate education to develop expertise in a specialised area of dentistry.

Listen to this episode to understand the BDS Course, its academic structure, eligibility, subjects, duration, and career scope.