Top 10 dentistry colleges in Tamil Nadu to consider

Every year lakhs of students sit for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). According to the National Testing Agency (NTA), a total of 20.87 lakh candidates registered for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2023. Of these, dentistry is the second most chosen specialisation within the field of medical sciences education in India.


Students typically pursue a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree to become dentists and begin independent practice or work at healthcare centers and hospitals. BDS courses are pursued after completing 10+2 in the Science stream with Biology, Physics, and Chemistry as mandatory subjects.


Dentistry courses are available at various levels, including diploma programs such as Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene, as well as certificate programs such as the PG Certificate in Laser Dentistry.


The BDS programme is a five-year accredited undergraduate degree that is one of numerous recognised dentistry degrees accessible in India following the 12th grade. The programme consists of four years of academic education and one year of clinical practise. Students receive hands-on training at health centres or general hospitals during this clinical phase, working alongside experienced healthcare professionals.

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Candidates who enrol and complete the BDS programme have the option of pursuing an MDS degree for further specialisation in the subject. Alternatively, one can enrol in short-term certification courses in related specialisations and get a licence from the Dental Council of India to practise as a certified dentist.


A qualified practitioner may look for employment in healthcare institutions or build their own practise after completing the BDS course and obtaining the relevant certifications and practise licences.


According to estimates, the average annual salary of a dentist in India ranges between Rs. 5.5 and Rs. 6 lakhs. However, depending on the dentist's years of experience and the type of their practise, earning more than Rs. 10 lakhs a year is possible.


Here are the top 10 dental colleges in Tamil Nadu that you should consider for pursuing a career in Dentistry.




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