Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a three-year postgraduate programme in India, designed for BDS graduates who qualify through entrance exams like NEET MDS. MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery includes extensive clinical training, theoretical learning, and research in areas such as trauma management, reconstructive surgery, orthognathic surgery, and TMJ disorders. 

During these three years in MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, students gain hands-on surgical experience, work on case studies, and may also contribute to academic research, preparing them for careers in hospitals, private practice, or academia.

The highest salary after MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery varies based on experience, location, and specialization. In India, experienced surgeons working in reputed hospitals or running successful private practices can earn between INR 15 – INR 30 LPA or more. 

Those pursuing international careers, especially in countries like the USA, UK, or Canada, can earn significantly higher, with salaries ranging from INR 50 LPA to INR 1 crore per annum, depending on qualifications, fellowships, and expertise in advanced procedures like cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a postgraduate dental specialisation focused on the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of diseases, injuries, and defects related to the face, jaw, mouth, and neck. 

MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery trains students in procedures such as facial trauma management, orthognathic surgery, TMJ disorders, cleft lip and palate correction, and reconstructive surgery. 

MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery combines clinical practice with research, equipping graduates to work in hospitals, private clinics, or academic institutions as skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeons.

After completing an MDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, candidates can pursue advanced courses such as a Fellowship in Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery, Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncology, or a Postdoctoral Certificate in Aesthetic Facial Surgery. 

Additionally, they can opt for international fellowships in Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Implantology, or TMJ Surgery. Super-specialization options like a PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or short-term training in Orthognathic Surgery and Microvascular Surgery are also available for those looking to enhance their expertise and career prospects.

DU offers MDS courses through affiliated colleges like Lady Hardinge Medical College, University of Delhi and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC via NEET MDS exam. For the MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialisation, the cutoff rank stood at 33 for Lady Hardinge Medical College, University of Delhi. But, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC, the cutoff was not released for this particular course. Tabulated below is NEET MDS cutoff for MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery offered at DU:

For admission to MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Dental College and Hospital, it is mandatory for the candidate to possess a BDS degree. Degree from recognised institute along with permanent registration in State Dental Council is required. Completing a one-year internship and qualifying the NEET MDS exam are also mandatory conditions.

Kanti Devi Dental College or KD Dental College, is a private college approved by the Dental Council of India. KDDC offers BDS at UG level and MDS in 9 specializations at PG level. Admission to all the courses are based on the candidate's performance in NEET. For Admission in KDDC, candidates must have a valid score in NEET UG/ PG exam. Admission is done through online mode.