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Dentistry

Specialization

Dental education programs, or dental courses, are intended to prepare students to practice dentistry as a profession. The many topics covered in the dental course are human anatomy, oral pathology, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and dental surgery. The curriculum for dental courses often blends academic understanding with hands-on clinical practice, giving students the tools they need to identify, manage, and avoid oral health problems.

Scope & Opportunities

UG, PG, and PhD course levels are available for the Dental course. Candidates for dental programs often need to have completed Class 12 in the Science stream with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Entering the Dental program depends on the results of entrance exams like NEET (for Undergraduate courses) and NEET MDS. However, some universities also provide direct admission. The typical cost of a dental course is between INR 1000 and INR 51 Lakh. MAMC, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, AIIMS Delhi, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Poonamallee, etc., are well-known universities that provide dental programs.

Following dental school, graduates can choose from a variety of career paths, including those as consultants, dental assistants, oral pathologists, professors, dental lab technicians/ceramists, public health specialists, and more. A dental school graduate typically makes between INR 3.5 and INR 7 lakhs per annum.

Study Dentistry Abroad: Key Features

Feature	Information
Total Number of Universities	Numerous globally
Best Countries to pursue Dentistry	USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Ireland
Courses Available	BDS, DDS, DMD
Duration	4-5 years
Exams Required	DAT, UKCAT, UCAT, GAMSAT, MCAT
Annual Tuition Fees	Varies by country (see below)
Average Salary per annum	INR 60L - INR 90L
Intakes Available	Fall, Spring, Summer
Top Universities	Harvard, University of Michigan, King's College London, University of Toronto
Top Scholarships	ADA Foundation Scholarships, ADEA Scholarships, Canadian Dental Association Awards
Top Career Opportunities	Dentist, Orthodontist, Oral Surgeon, Dental Hygienist

Best Dentistry Colleges in the World for Indian Students

The list of the top 10 colleges for dentistry could help you find a lot of opportunities in the future. Here are the top colleges for dentistry:

University Name	QS World University Rankings 2024 (Dentistry)	Annual Tuition Fees (INR)
Harvard University	1	65L
University of Michigan	2	60L
King's College London	3	70L
University of Toronto	4	55L
University of Melbourne	5	58L
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	6	63L
University of Pennsylvania	7	68L
University of Washington	8	61L
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill	9	57L
University of Sydney	10	62L

Eligibility Requirements for Dentistry

The following table outlines the minimal qualifying requirements that you must fulfil:

Eligibility Criteria	Minimum Score/Details
Qualifications for Education	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and at least 60% of marks for higher education
standardised assessments	DAT, UKCAT, UCAT, GAMSAT, and MCAT (minimum score: 19).
Test of Language Proficiency	IELTS and TOEFL
Conditions for Immigration	Currently valid passport and student visa
Work Experience	Although not required, having dental experience can be beneficial.

You should always visit the university's official website to learn more about the eligibility requirements. There might be additional requirements unique to the institution or particular courses.

Top Programs in Dentistry Abroad

The best dental programs that you can choose from the top 5 universities will help you get better opportunities in the future.

University Name	Programs Offered
Harvard University	DMD
University of Michigan	DDS
King's College London	BDS
University of Toronto	DDS
University of Melbourne	DDS

Cost of living & studying Dentistry Abroad

Below is a table comparing the average annual tuition and estimated annual living expenses to study dentistry in different countries:

Country	Range of Average Annual Tuition Fees	Calculated Annual Living Expenses
USA	Between $20,000 and $70,000	Between $15,000 and $30,000.
United Kingdom	Between £15,000 and £40,000	Between £12,000 and £20,000
The Canada	20,000 to 60,000 CAD	10,000 to 20,000 CAD
Australia.	30,000 - 80,000 AUD	AUS $20,000–$35,000
Germany.	From €0 to €20,000	From €8,000 to €15,000.
India	From INR 200,000 to INR 1,000,000	Between INR 150,000 and INR 300,000

Note: Depending on the city, university, and lifestyle preferences, these numbers may change.

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