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DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY (DDS)

Course Information

Mode: Physical
Duration: 60 Month
Intakes:

October

Campus:

Penang

Type: Full-time Study
Application fees: 15000 RM
Tuition fees: 103500.00 RM

Course Overview

A Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) is a professional degree earned after completing dental school, signifying a dentist's qualification to practice dentistry, including preventative care, diagnosis, and treatment of dental issues. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

  • What it is:

    The DDS degree is a professional graduate program that prepares individuals to become dental care providers. 

  • What it entails:

    DDS programs cover essential topics like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and dental materials, along with hands-on clinical practice. 

  • DDS vs. DMD:

    The American Dental Association (ADA) states that DDS and DMD degrees represent the same education, with the only difference being the title granted by the university. 

  • Path to becoming a DDS:

    Obtaining a dental degree requires rigorous education, including undergraduate studies and dental school, followed by continuous learning and professional development. 

  • Scope of practice:

    DDSs are qualified to perform a wide range of procedures, including routine check-ups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and more complex procedures like root canals and dental implants. 

  • Duration of the program:

    The DDS program is a fixed, full-time course of 4 years' duration. 

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