BAMS and BDS are two undergraduate professional healthcare courses that differ in their focus and practice.
Image: PixabayBAMS is a bachelor's degree in Ayurveda, whereas BDS focuses on dental science and surgery. Admission to both courses is based on the NEET UG score.
BAMS- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
BDS- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
5 years 6 months (including 12 months mandatory internship)
5 years (including 1 year of mandatory paid internship)
A minimum of 50% marks in the 10 + 2 standard or equivalent, with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects.
A minimum of 50% on the 10 + 2 standard or equivalent in the PCB stream.
Pharmacist, Surgeon, Dietician, Gynaecologist, Teacher, Panchkarma practitioner
Dental technician, Prosthodontist, Dental hygienist, Dental consultant, Dentist
Ayurveda pharmacist
Ayurveda counsellor
Ayurveda dietician
Ayurveda therapist
Dentist
Dental cosmetology
Army dental corps
Which is better between BAMS and BDS depends on aspirants' preferences, career goals, and personal interests. Both fields have advantages and provide distinct career opportunities in the medical field.