As one of the oldest dental schools in Karnataka, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences (DSCDS) upholds a rich heritage of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare practices.
Founded in 1991, DSCDS remains a leader in the dental education & service. We have more than 1300 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world.
Transforming Oral Healthcare in the 21st Century:
DSCDS supports & encourages the practice of ethical, innovative & community centric healthcare services, & activities through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become committed and ethical professionals who respect the traditional practices of dental care while remaining focused on discovering newer avenues.
Our focus remains to train students to become experts who lead the field.
Our distinguished faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of resources and opportunities, including smart classrooms, simulation preclinical labs, digital dental labs & clinics and a research program that emphasizes collaboration. Students are constantly involved in continuing dental education & various hands-on workshops targeted to advance their knowledge & education in general dentistry programs.
Ethical Dental Practice Coupled with a Human touch
The patient-centric approach adopted by our institution in every field of oral healthcare is characterized by an equal mix of sympathy & empathy along with compassion, collaboration and more than 32 years of clinical experience. On an average, every single student graduating from DSCDS performs close to thousands of patient procedures and takes active part in providing free or discounted dental programs innumerable patients every year. We are driven to provide the highest level of care to our patients.
Diagnostic, preventive and treatment procedures are offered in the state-of-the-art dental operatories across various Departments & Clinics at DSCDS and its satellite clinic locations. Among the services offered to our patients are
- Diagnostic and treatment planning of Dental diseases
- Dental extractions and other oral surgery procedures
- Endodontics (root canals)
- Pediatric dentistry
- Periodontology (gum diseases)
- Preventive dentistry
- Oral pathology services
- Orthodontics (braces)
- Prosthodontics (Dentures, Maxillofacial Prostheses)
We also address an array of general dentistry needs, including teeth cleanings, radiographs, tooth coloured and metallic fillings, crowns and bridges, Precancer and cancer screening facilities, dentures and implants.
DSCDS remains focused on the health promotion through a wide-ranging complete & inclusive education program coupled with evidence based leading-edge research. Over the past few years DSCDS had been successful in receiving various Scientific Research grants & Funding from local as well as National bodies at the Undergraduate, Postgraduate & even Faculty levels of research.
Student Life:
DSCDS is committed to bring out responsible, well trained, erudite and ethical dental professionals. The Student clinical experiences are complemented by varied opportunities for professional development, honing the soft skills necessary for a successful dental career. Students also participate in a mentorships program that plays an important role in guiding them through their education path in Dentistry.
Through a shared interest in collaboration, teamwork and resilience, DSCDS educates the next generation of dental professionals while also creating positive, lasting change within its student communities.
