Students studying dental science end up becoming dentists or dental surgeons. Dental science is a field of medicine that focuses on the oral cavity and the treatment of diseases and disorders in the maxillofacial (jaw and face) area. It also focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and study of these diseases.
Maharashtra has a number of dental colleges all across its cities and towns. Students opting for the courses in dentistry offered by these colleges have to meet certain standards specified by these colleges. Based on our own surveys, special techniques, and media reports, we have compiled a list of top dental colleges in Maharashtra.
Government Dental College and Hospital, formerly known as Sir CEM Dental College, was established in 1938. It is managed by the J. J. Group of Hospitals & Govt. of India.
Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai was established by Dr. V. M. Desai in 1933. It is recognized and approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI), New Delhi.
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), affiliated to the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, was established by the B.C Roy Committee on 1st May 1948.