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Abstract:
As the importance of good dental care becomes increasingly paramount in a globally connected society, it is imperative the dental curriculum keep up pace with it.
This means that the large numbers of Indian dental graduates who pass out every year are in sync with latest in the dental world.
Hence this study aims to compare the dental curriculum of the traditional Indian BDS undergraduate program with those of the developed countries (restricted to American and British universities).
It goes onto highlight the strengths of each of curriculums studied. Additionally it identifies specific features of other curriculums which could be incorporated into the Indian dental curriculum.
Keywords: Dental curriculum, undergraduate, comparison, strengths and weaknesses
Introduction:
Dentistry Is a challenging and rewarding profession. With an agll'll popUlation who are retalnlne: teeth Into old lIP and an ever increasinl stressful life, the importance of quickly undel'5tlndinS interactions between general and oral health becomes paramount.
Excellent communication sldlls are absolute necessity to eniilble dentists to treat Piltients effectively. A sound understanding of the blolOSlcal basis of the 01111 disease and preventive approaches to care constitute the essential foundation ofdentlJl practice.
Major advances in technolOlY and dental materials have Increased...