Value Added Courses at Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai
At Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai, we offer a range of Value Added Courses designed to enhance both the academic and clinical skills of our students. These courses are taught by highly qualified MDS staff, who bring a wealth of expertise and practical experience to the classroom. Our goal is to prepare students for the multifaceted demands of modern dental practice by providing additional training in behavioral science, forensic dentistry, ethics, clinical techniques, and community engagement.
BDS Program
1st Year BDS: Human Behavioral Science I
Overview: This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of human behavioral science, helping them develop essential communication skills and manage stress effectively. Students learn how to navigate interpersonal interactions and manage emotions in both personal and professional settings.
Key Topics: Etiquette, manners, anger, aggression, grief, depression, fear, anxiety, and stress management.
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Improves interpersonal communication, vital for patient care.
- Enhances emotional resilience and stress management in a clinical setting.
- Prepares students to handle social interactions both personally and professionally.
2nd Year BDS: Human Behavioral Science II
Overview: Building on the first year’s concepts, this course emphasizes emotional intelligence and patient interaction. It prepares students to manage emotional challenges in patient care, improving professionalism and communication.
Key Focus: Stress management, emotional intelligence, and patient interaction.
Advantages:
- Enhances empathy and emotional intelligence, critical for building patient trust.
- Prepares students to deal with difficult patient emotions and scenarios.
3rd Year BDS: Forensic Odontology
Overview: This course provides specialized training in forensic dentistry, focusing on dental identification and forensic analysis. Hands-on activities help students apply these skills in real-world forensic scenarios.
Key Topics: Forensic anthropology, sex determination, bite mark analysis, and case-based practical training.
Advantages:
- Equips students with unique skills in forensic science, opening new career opportunities.
- Hands-on training ensures practical experience in forensic investigations.
IV/I BDS: Dental Ethics
Overview: This course introduces students to the ethical principles that govern the dental profession. It helps them understand their responsibilities to patients, colleagues, and society, ensuring that they practice with integrity and professionalism.
Key Topics: Ethics in patient care, professional responsibilities, and legal aspects of dental practice.
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Develops a strong ethical foundation, ensuring responsible patient care.
- Provides clarity on legal responsibilities, reducing the risk of professional misconduct.
IV/II BDS: Esthetic Dentistry & Basic Oral Implantology
Esthetic Dentistry: This course focuses on improving the esthetic aspects of dental care, enabling students to create treatment plans for improving patients’ dental appearance.
Basic Oral Implantology:
Overview: This course provides foundational knowledge of dental implants, from surgical preparation to prosthetic restoration. Students learn how to integrate implants into their clinical practice.
Key Topics: Implant types, osseointegration, wound healing, and treatment planning.
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Prepares students to offer advanced treatment options like dental implants.
- Enhances clinical skills in both esthetic and functional restoration, improving patient outcomes.
Internship Program
NEET Training
Overview: This course prepares interns for the NEET MDS exam, focusing on in-depth subject knowledge, exam strategies, and time management. It ensures that students are well-prepared to excel in competitive exams.
Key Topics: Comprehensive subject review and MCQ-based assessments.
Advantages:
- Strengthens students’ subject knowledge, improving their chances of success in NEET MDS.
- Enhances time management and test-taking strategies, critical for competitive exams.
Research Mentorship
Overview: This program mentors interns through the research process, from formulating a hypothesis to presenting research findings. It fosters critical thinking and research skills essential for academic growth.
Key Topics: Literature search, hypothesis framing, and biostatistics.
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Develops strong research capabilities, opening doors to academic and clinical research opportunities.
- Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking through structured mentorship.
Practice Management
Overview: This course covers the essential aspects of running a successful dental practice, including patient communication, financial management, and legal considerations. It equips interns with the skills needed to manage their future practices.
Key Topics: Team management, patient records, insurance, and financial planning.
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Prepares students for the business side of dentistry, ensuring they can build and sustain successful practices.
- Provides essential knowledge in managing patient consent, emergencies, and dental records.
Community Outreach
Overview: This course involves engaging with underserved communities, providing dental care, and promoting oral health awareness. Interns gain experience in organizing and participating in dental camps and preventive care initiatives.
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Free dental check-up camps.
- Oral hygiene awareness drives in schools and rural areas.
- Tobacco cessation programs and oral cancer awareness.
Advantages:
- Strengthens social responsibility and provides practical experience in community healthcare.
- Enhances interns’ ability to apply their clinical skills in real-world, service-oriented settings.
Postgraduate Program
AETCOM (Attitude, Ethics, and Communication) Module
Overview: This module focuses on improving communication skills, ethical decision-making, and professionalism among postgraduate students. The course emphasizes patient confidentiality, legal responsibilities, and handling challenging situations.
Key Topics: Informed consent, communication errors, dealing with difficult situations, and case-based discussions.
Advantages:
- Enhances communication and ethical decision-making in clinical practice.
- Prepares students for leadership roles in dental healthcare.
Biomedical Ethics
Overview: This course explores the ethical responsibilities of healthcare professionals, focusing on the principles of biomedical ethics in clinical practice and research. Students learn to navigate ethical dilemmas and understand the legal aspects of research.
Key Focus: Ethical guidelines, patient rights, and responsibilities in research.
Advantages:
- Prepares students for ethical decision-making in both patient care and research.
- Provides a clear understanding of the legal and ethical framework governing clinical research.
Clinical Dental Photography
Overview: This course teaches postgraduate students the technical skills needed for accurate and professional clinical documentation. Students learn how to take high-quality photographs for case presentations, research, and patient communication.
Key Skills: Photography techniques, case documentation, and presentation.
Advantages:
- Enhances case documentation and communication with patients.
- Improves the quality of research presentations and case reporting.
Why Choose Our Value Added Courses?
The Value Added Courses at Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital provide an exceptional opportunity to develop advanced clinical, ethical, and management skills. Whether you’re an undergraduate, intern, or postgraduate student, these courses are designed to prepare you for the evolving demands of the dental profession, all FREE. From mastering communication in patient care to acquiring specialized forensic or implantology skills, our programs ensure a well-rounded education that integrates both theoretical knowledge and practical application.