SIMATS FDS Endodontics FAQs
Ques. How many root canals will I perform during the FDS Endodontics programme at Saveetha Dental College?
Ans. During the 1-year FDS Endodontics programme, students perform approximately 300 root canal restorations. This is significantly higher than most other endodontic fellowship programmes in India. The high patient volume at Saveetha Dental College (2,000+ OPD per day) ensures consistent patient flow and exposure to a wide variety of cases including difficult and complex endodontic situations.
Ques. Does the FDS Endodontics programme include training on endodontic microscopes?
Ans. Yes. The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics at Saveetha Dental College is equipped with 16 Carl Zeiss microscopes with attached digital cameras and monitors. FDS Endodontics students get hands-on training with these microscopes during clinical procedures. The department also offers a separate Master Fellowship in Micro-Endodontics (MFM) - a 6-month programme exclusively focused on microscope-based endodontic training for those who want deeper specialisation in micro-endodontics.
Ques. What is the difference between FDS Endodontics and the Master Fellowship in Micro-Endodontics (MFM) at Saveetha?
Ans. The FDS Endodontics is a 1-year full-time fellowship (Rs. 7,50,000) that provides comprehensive clinical training in endodontics including RCT, advanced restorative cases, and microscope-assisted procedures. The MFM (Master Fellowship in Micro-Endodontics) is a 6-month programme exclusively focused on microscope-based endodontic techniques. The FDS is more comprehensive and suited for practitioners who want broad endodontic training, while the MFM is for those specifically seeking to master micro-endodontic techniques.
Ques. Is there a stipend provided during the FDS Endodontics programme?
Ans. No stipend is provided for the FDS Endodontics programme. It is a fee-paying clinical training fellowship. The MDS programme at Saveetha Dental College offers a stipend of up to Rs. 35,000 per month, but this does not apply to FDS fellowship programmes. Candidates should plan their finances accordingly before enrolling.
Ques. What advanced endodontic procedures are covered in the FDS Endodontics programme?
Ans. The FDS Endodontics programme covers a comprehensive range of endodontic procedures including root canal therapy using Ni-Ti rotary systems, microscope-assisted endodontics using Carl Zeiss microscopes, apex locator-guided procedures, advanced restorative cases, full veneer crown fabrication, journal discussions, and case presentations. The programme also provides exposure to complex cases such as calcified canals, curved canals, and retreatment cases given the high and diverse patient volume at Saveetha Dental College.
Ques. What career opportunities open up after completing FDS Endodontics from Saveetha Dental College?
Ans. After completing the FDS Endodontics, graduates can offer comprehensive root canal treatment services in their private practice, significantly increasing their clinical confidence and earning potential. They can also work as endodontists in multi-specialty dental chains, corporate dental clinics, and hospitals. The fellowship from Saveetha Dental College - ranked No. 1 globally in Dentistry by QS World University Rankings - carries strong brand recognition. Some fellows also use this as a stepping stone to pursue MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics or the Master Fellowship in Micro-Endodontics (MFM) for further specialisation.
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