BDS means Bachelor of Dental Surgery which is an professional under graduate degree awarded in dentistry. It serves as a prerequisite for embarking on the course to attain the ultimate dentists’ license and covers diagnosing, preventing, as well as treating oral diseases. Traditionally the course takes five years with one year’s compulsory internship included. This category also offers information on dental anatomy, oral pathology, orthodontics, etc., to learners. Graduates of BDS are also capable of practicing, in private practices, hospitals or as faculty members in universities. They also, can further sub-specialize through post graduate programs. BDS is a lucrative profession for those who have the interest in the oral health of their patients.