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M. D. S. Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
This program trains specialists in the art and science of replacing missing or deficient teeth and oral structures with fixed, removable, or implant-supported prostheses.
Overview
The M.D.S. in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge is a three-year advanced clinical program focusing on restoring oral function, aesthetics, and health through prosthetic rehabilitation. The course blends foundational theory, advanced laboratory techniques, surgical prosthodontics, and patient-centered care.
Departments build strong skills in prosthodontic treatment planning, occlusion analysis, removable and fixed dental prostheses, implant-supported restorations, and maxillofacial rehabilitation.
Removable and Fixed Partial Dentures
Complete Denture Prosthodontics
Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
Implantology & Occlusion
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Aesthetic and Digital Dentistry
Laboratory and Clinical Prosthodontic Techniques
Research Methodology and Biostatistics
Students gain in-depth knowledge of oral rehabilitation, occlusion dynamics, dental materials, implantology, and maxillofacial prosthetics—equipping them for advanced clinical practice, academic roles, and specialized dental care.
Core Curriculum
Year 1 :
Subject Area
Topics Included
Applied Basic Sciences
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Dental Materials
Prosthodontics Preclinical Training
Complete denture, removable partial denture work, preclinical prosthodontic exercises
Research Methodology
Biostatistics, literature review, protocol development
Year 2 :
Subject Area
Topics Included
Advanced Prosthodontics
Fixed prosthodontics, implants, occlusion, esthetics, TMJ disorders
Clinical Prosthodontics
Full mouth rehabilitation, implant-supported prosthesis, maxillofacial prosthodontics
Interdisciplinary Training
Oral surgery, periodontics, radiology, and other dental specialties
Year 3:
Paper
Theory Subjects
Clinical & Surgical Management
Complex prosthodontic cases, implant planning, post & core, esthetic corrections
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 5 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must have completed B.D.S. from a Dental Council of India (DCI) recognized institution.
- Completion of a one-year compulsory rotating internship is mandatory.
- The candidate must have permanent registration with the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council.
- A valid registration receipt must be produced at the time of admission.
- The candidate must be able to pursue the course as a full-time resident throughout the program.
- Admission will be based strictly on NEET merit, in accordance with guidelines set by the DCI and Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Govt. of India.
- The candidate will undergo a three-year full-time academic program, including theoretical study, clinical training, and guided research.
- Concurrent registration in any other postgraduate degree program is not permitted.
- Duration:
- 3 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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