ACADEMICS
Excellence in Education, Research, and Care
ACADEMICS
Excellence in Education, Research, and Care
We offer B.D.S. and M.D.S. programs approved by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi, Dental Council of India, New Delhi, Government of Karnataka, and affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. A mentor-based approach with problem-based learning ensures quality education. Our 65,000 sq. ft. hospital with 250 dental chairs treats 270 patients daily, offering a strong clinical exposure.
We offer B.D.S. and M.D.S. programs approved by DCI, Govt. of Karnataka, and affiliated with RGUHS.
A mentor-based approach with problem-based learning ensures quality education. Our 65,000 sq. ft. hospital with 250 chairs treats 220 patients daily, offering a strong clinical exposure.
Academic Program: BDS
Academic Program: BDS
Program Details
The students are requested to refer to Revised Ordinance Governing Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Degree Course 2011 of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka for more details regarding course Syllabus and Regulations.
Duration of the course: 4 years (240 teaching days) + 1 year of internship
Examination schedule: June and December
Total BDS intake: 40 seats
Subjects
Exam going subjects:
1. General Human Anatomy including Embryology and Histology
2. General Human Physiology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics
3. Dental Anatomy, Embryology and Oral Histology
Non-exam going subjects:
1. Dental Materials
2. Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown & BridgeExam going subjects:
1. General Pathology and Microbiology
2. General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics
3. Dental Materials
4. Preclinical Conservative Dentistry
5. Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
Non-exam going subjects:
1. Oral Pathology & Oral MicrobiologyExam going subjects:
1. General Medicine
2. General Surgery
3. Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology
Non-exam going subjects:-
Oral Medicine and Radiology
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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Oral Pathology and Microbiology
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Periodontology
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Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
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Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
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Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
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Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry
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Public Health Dentistry
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Exam going subjects:
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Oral Medicine and Radiology
-
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
-
Oral Pathology and Microbiology
-
Periodontology
-
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
-
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
-
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
-
Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry
-
Public Health Dentistry
After passing the final-year examinations, a one-year compulsory rotating internship must be completed for the award of the degree.-
Eligibility for BDS Examinations
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Minimum 75% attendance in Theory and Practical/Clinical in each subject every year
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For non-exam subjects (spanning multiple years): minimum 75% attendance in Theory and Practical/Clinical
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Attendance calculated on teaching hours, not number of classes
-
No condonation of attendance shortage (for any reason).
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10% weightage of total marks in each subject (theory & practical/clinical separately)
-
Average of 3 internal tests sent to the University
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Assessment includes: written tests, records, seminars, group discussions, clinical case studies, practical/clinical proficiency, projects, and assignments
-
Minimum 35% marks in internal assessment required to qualify for final exams
-
Program Details
Total BDS intake: 40 seats
Duration of the course: 4 years (240 teaching days) + 1 year of internship
Examination schedule: June and December
The students are requested to refer to Revised Ordinance Governing Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Degree Course 2011 of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka for more details regarding course Syllabus and Regulations.
Subjects
Exam going subjects:
1. General Human Anatomy including Embryology and Histology
2. General Human Physiology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetic
3. Dental Anatomy, Embryology and Oral Histology
Non-exam going subjects:
1. Dental Materials
2. Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown & BridgeExam going subjects:
1. General Pathology and Microbiology
2. General and Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics
3. Dental Materials
4. Preclinical Conservative Dentistry
5. Preclinical Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
Non-exam going subjects:
1. Oral Pathology & Oral MicrobiologyExam going subjects:
1. General Medicine
2. General Surgery
3. Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology
Non-exam going subjects:
1. Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
2. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
3. Oral Medicine and Radiology
4. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
5. Paediatric & Preventive Dentistr
6. Periodontology
7. Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
8. Public Health DentistryExam going subjects:
1. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
2. Oral Medicine and Radiology
3. Paedodontics & Preventive Dentistry
4. Periodontology
5. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
6. Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge
7. Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
8. Public Health Dentistry
After passing the final-year examinations, a one-year compulsory rotating internship must be completed for the award of the degree.
Eligibility for BDS Examinations
-
Minimum 75% attendance in Theory and Practical/Clinical in each subject every year
-
For non-exam subjects (spanning multiple years): minimum 70% attendance in Theory and Practical/Clinical
-
Attendance calculated on teaching hours, not number of classes
-
No condonation of attendance shortage (for any reason).
-
-
10% weightage of total marks in each subject (theory & practical/clinical separately)
-
Average of 3 internal tests sent to the University
-
Assessment includes: written tests, records, seminars, group discussions, clinical case studies, practical/clinical proficiency, projects, and assignments
-
Minimum 35% marks in internal assessment required to qualify for final exams
-
Academic Program: MDS
Academic Program: MDS
Program Details
Total MDS intake: 39 seats
Duration of the course: 3 years (including dissertation)
Examination schedule: As per University guidelines
The students are requested to refer to Dental PG Revised Ordinance Governing MDS Course from the academic year 2009-11 of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka for more details regarding course Syllabus and Regulations.
Speciality | Seats |
|---|---|
Oral Medicine and Radiology | 3 |
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | 3 |
Oral Pathology and Microbiology | 3 |
Periodontology | 6 |
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge | 6 |
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics | 6 |
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics | 6 |
Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry | 3 |
Public Health Dentistry | 3 |
Eligibility for MDS examinations:
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Minimum 80% attendance in each year of the course
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The candidate must maintain regular attendance and should not be absent for consecutive days.
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Active participation in:
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Seminars
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Journal club
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Review meetings
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Symposia
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Conferences
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Case presentations
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Clinics & didactics
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Maintain a work diary and logbook of training activities
-
Must be verified and certified by Head of Department (HOD) and Head of Institution
-
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Each candidate must undertake a research project under a recognized postgraduate teacher
-
Submit findings in the form of a dissertation
-
Program Details
Total MDS intake: 39 seats
Duration of the course: 3 years (including dissertation)
Examination schedule: As per University guidelines
The students are requested to refer to Dental PG Revised Ordinance Governing MDS Course from the academic year 2009-11 of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka for more details regarding course Syllabus and Regulations.
Course name | Seats |
|---|---|
Oral Medicine and Radiology | 3 |
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | 3 |
Oral Pathology and Microbiology | 3 |
Periodontology | 6 |
Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge | 6 |
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics | 6 |
Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics | 6 |
Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry | 3 |
Public Health Dentistry | 3 |
Eligibility for MDS examinations:
-
Minimum 80% attendance in each year of the course
-
The candidate must maintain regular attendance and should not be absent for consecutive days.
-
Active participation in:
-
Seminars
-
Review meetings
-
Symposia
-
Conferences
-
Case presentations
-
Clinics & didactics
-
-
Maintain a work diary and logbook of training activities
-
Must be verified and certified by Head of Department (HOD) and Head of Institution
-
-
Each candidate must undertake a research project under a recognized postgraduate teacher
-
Submit findings in the form of a dissertation
-
Academic Program: ITI Structured Certificate Course in Implant Dentistry
Academic Program: Nobel Biocare Implant Fellowship
The Departments of Prosthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Periodontics conduct an interdepartmental program on dental implants by ITI (International Team for Implantology) for postgraduate students under the guidance of Dr. Vinay V Kumar.
This program is conducted in 3 modules:
Module 1: Treatment Planning and case selection, basic surgical principles, pre-clinical implant prosthetics, straightforward implant placement.
Module 2: Prosthetically driven implant placement, advanced implant surgeries with augmentation and ITI foundation level certification.
Module 3: Advanced implant surgical procedures, peri implant maintenance, implant complications and how to avoid it and understanding its management, advanced clinical prosthetics followed by IIB ITI intermediate certification.
After the 3 modules students will be able to confidently treat with patient centric and evidence-based approach by understanding the fundamentals of implant dentistry, understand the treatment procedures and protocols, and apply the competences gained through interactive peer and case-based learning.
The departments of Prosthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Periodontics conduct an interdepartmental program on dental implants by ITI (International Team for Implantology) for postgraduate students under the guidance of Dr. Vinay V Kumar.
This program is conducted in 3 modules:
Module 1: Treatment Planning and case selection, basic surgical principles, pre-clinical implant prosthetics, straightforward implant placement.
Module 2: Prosthetically driven implant placement, advanced implant surgeries with augmentation and ITI foundation level certification.
Module 3: Advanced implant surgical procedures, peri implant maintenance, implant complications and how to avoid it and understanding its management, advanced clinical prosthetics followed by IIB ITI intermediate certification.
After the 3 modules students will be able to confidently treat with patient centric and evidence-based approach by understanding the fundamentals of implant dentistry, understand the treatment procedures and protocols, and apply the competences gained through interactive peer and case-based learning.