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About The Career
Dentists work in private clinics, hospitals, community dental camps, and education. BDS is the basic degree; MDS specialization (orthodontics, oral surgery etc.) follows. Oral health is essential for overall health and has good private practice opportunities.
Dentist
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
- Steady hands and attention to detail
- Good communication and patient care skills
- Interested in clinical procedures
- BDS (admission via NEET-UG for dental seats) → Internship → Register with Dental Council (state/regional body)
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
- Science (PCB
- NEET-UG → BDS (4–5 years incl. internship) → Work as dental surgeon → MDS for specialization
Average Starting Salary
- Approx. ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 / month for fresh BDS graduates in India; experienced dentists or MDS specialists can earn significantly more. (Typical annual ranges reported for BDS: ~₹3–9 LPA)
