BDS - BACHELOR OF DENTISTRY PROGRAMME
The BDS - Bachelor of Dentistry is an undergraduate four years degree program, affiliated with the UHS - University of Health Sciences, designed to prepare students to become dentists. It provides students with a solid foundation in the theoretical and practical aspects of dentistry containing subjects of basic sciences and clinical sciences. Graduates of the program will have the knowledge and skills required to diagnose and treat oral health issues, prevent dental disease, and promote overall oral health and hygiene. With the demand for dental care on the rise, a degree in dentistry can lead to a challenging and rewarding career in healthcare.
SUBJECTS AND DEPARTMENTS
First Professional
Anatomy: It is the study of the internal and
external structure of human organisms. (Marks: 200)
Physiology: It is the study of how living
things work, from the smallest cell to the largest
organism. (Marks: 200)
Oral Biology & Tooth Morphology:
It is the study of the structure, function, and
development of the oral cavity and teeth. (Marks: 200)
Biochemistry: It is the study of the
chemical reactions that occur in living organisms.
(Marks: 100)
Islamiat and Pakistan Studies:
University compulsory subjects. (Marks: 100)
Second Professional
Pathology: It is the study of the causes,
effects, and treatment of diseases, and how they affect
the body. (Marks: 200)
Pharmacology: It is
the study of the effects of drugs on living organisms,
including their actions, mechanisms, and side effects.
(Marks: 200)
Science of Dental Materials:
It is the study of the properties, selection, and use of
materials used in dentistry. (Marks: 200)
Community & Preventive Dentistry:
This department focuses on the promotion of oral health
and the prevention of oral diseases in the population.
(Marks: 200)
Behavioral Science: It is the
study of the cognitive, emotional, and social factors
that influence human behavior. (Marks: 200)
Third Professional
General Medicine: This department focuses on the
diagnosis, prevention and treatment of common diseases
and conditions. (Marks: 200)
General Surgery:
This department focuses on the study of the diagnosis
and treatment of surgical diseases and conditions.
(Marks: 200)
Oral Pathology: This
department studies the causes and effects of diseases of
the oral cavity, jaws, and face. (Marks: 200)
Periodontics:
This department focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and
prevention of diseases of the gums and other supporting
tissues of the teeth. (Marks: 200)
Oral Medicine:
This department focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and
management of non-surgical diseases of the oral cavity,
jaws, and face. (Marks: 100)
Final Professional
Operative Dentistry: This department focuses on
the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of dental
caries (cavities) and other diseases of the tooth
structure. Pediatric Dentistry and Endodontics are
subbranches of Operative Dentistry. (Marks: 200)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: This
department deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and
prevention of diseases, injuries, and defects of the
oral cavity, jaws, and face. (Marks: 200)
Orthodontics:
This department specializes in the diagnosis, treatment,
and prevention of malocclusion (maligned teeth and
jaws). (Marks: 200)
Prosthodontics: This
department specializes in the replacement of missing
teeth and other oral structures. (Marks: 200)
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