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FDS – Fellowship in Dental Surgery (UK)

Achieve the Prestigious FDS Fellowship
The FDS (Fellowship in Dental Surgery) is an advanced professional qualification awarded by the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (UK). It recognizes expertise in dental surgery and specialist practice.

Ideal for International Dentists

  • Requires GDC registration (ORE or equivalent)

  • Often requires UK-based clinical experience or recognized overseas training

  • Supports specialist registration and leadership roles

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Program Overview

The FDS is the highest-level professional credential for dentists seeking advanced recognition in surgical and specialist dentistry.

Program Highlights:

  • Intensive exam preparation for written, oral, and clinical components

  • Advanced case-based learning and scenario simulations

  • Mentorship from UK-licensed dental specialists and examiners

  • Capstone: Simulated Fellowship assessments

Exam Structure

1️⃣ Written / Knowledge Assessment

  • Advanced clinical and surgical knowledge

  • Complex case scenarios requiring problem-solving and evidence-based decision-making

2️⃣ Oral / Clinical Assessment

  • Chairside decision-making, patient management, and ethical care evaluation

  • Professional judgment in advanced surgical procedures

3️⃣ Specialist Skills Assessment

  • Specialty-specific procedures (e.g., Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Endodontics)

  • Evaluation of surgical precision and patient safety

Learning Tracks by Specialty

  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – advanced surgical techniques

  • Restorative & Operative Dentistry – complex restorative cases

  • Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry – advanced care planning

  • Periodontics & Endodontics – high-level periodontal and endodontic procedures

  • Patient Safety, Ethics & Leadership – governance, compliance, and professional judgment

Impact Metrics & Assessment

  • Impact Metrics & Assessment

  • Accuracy and skill in complex clinical scenarios

  • Clinical reasoning and advanced decision-making

  • Performance in mock FDS examinations

  • Capstone evaluation with measurable specialist outcomes

Career Pathways

  • FDS Fellowship = gateway to specialist recognition and leadership roles

  • Eligible for UK GDC Specialist Registration

  • Opens opportunities in academic, hospital, and high-level clinical practice

Program Highlight 

Global Standards & Accreditation

  • Awarded by Royal Colleges of Surgeons (UK)

  • Internationally recognized as a specialist and advanced professional credential

  • Mentorship from experienced UK dental specialists

  • Fully aligned with UK dental standards for specialty practice

Why Choose This Program?

  • Internationally Tailored: Designed for foreign dentists with GDC registration

  • Advanced Credential: Recognized as a mark of specialist expertise

  • Exam-Focused: Covers all components of FDS Fellowship

  • Expert Mentorship: Guidance from UK dental specialists and examiners

Learning Model

Inspired by leading global universities and technology organizations:

  • Modular, competency-based curriculum

  • Hands-on projects reflecting real-world business and technical challenges

  • Case studies aligned with international best practices

  • Continuous assessment focused on applied skills mastery

Contact

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