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Welcome to the Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry

Advancing Implant Dentistry Through Education, Research, and World-Class Clinical Practice in Collaboration with Santosh Deemed to be University

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Welcome to the Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry (APAID)

The Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry (APAID) is a leading international organization dedicated to advancing excellence in implant dentistry through education, research, and clinical practice across the Asia–Pacific region and beyond.

APAID brings together renowned clinicians, educators, researchers, and industry leaders with a shared mission to elevate standards in oral implantology. Through structured academic programs, scientific collaboration, and hands-on clinical training, APAID promotes evidence-based implant dentistry that meets global benchmarks.

  • Santosh Deemed to be University
  • UGC recognised M.Sc. Postgraduate Program
  • APAID-Endorsed Global Curriculum
  • International Faculty & Expert Mentorship
  • Advanced Clinical Training with Live Patient Care
  • Our Program

    Our Program

    Our Program

    Admissions Open 2026-27

    M.Sc. in Oral Implantology

    Recognized by UGC | Santosh Hospital Deemed to be University
    In Collaboration with Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry (APAID)

    India’s only structured, degree-based postgraduate program combining global mentorship with intensive live-patient clinical training.

    Program Overview

    Duration 2 Years
    Structure 4 Semesters
    Eligibility BDS + DCI Reg.
    Clinical Cases 50+ Supervised
    Ratio 1:4 Faculty-Student

    Why Choose Our M.Sc. Program?

    Why Choose

    Why Choose Our M.Sc. Program?

    UGC-Recognized Degree

    A university-approved PG degree that surpasses short-term certificate courses.

    Straumann Smart Curriculum

    Industry-standard training with exposure to Straumann and Geistlich workflows.

    Special Emphasis on Digital Implantology

    Master CBCT planning, guided surgery, and CAD/CAM prosthetic design.

    The Clinical Edge

    The program is centered at Santosh Hospital, a leading tertiary care teaching center. Unlike observer-based courses, our students engage in live patient cases, managing everything from basic placements to complex guided surgeries and full-arch rehabilitations.

    • ✅ Evidence-based clinical research and dissertation.
    • ✅ Mentorship by international APAID pioneers.
    • ✅ Comprehensive prosthetic rehabilitation training.
    Special Advantage

    Graduates emerge as global-standard implantologists, equipped for specialized clinical practice, academic roles, or consultancy positions worldwide.

    Key Benefits of the Program

    Key Benefits

    Key Benefits of the Program

    High Patient Footfall

    Exposure to a wide range of implant cases including routine, advanced, and compromised-site scenarios.

    Integrated Medical & Dental Care

    Multidisciplinary collaboration with OMFS, General Surgery, ENT, Radiology, and Anesthesiology.

    Advanced Infrastructure

    CBCT imaging, digital diagnostics, sterile OTs, and modern implant surgical units.

    Live Patient-Based Training

    Supervised implant placement, prosthetic rehabilitation, and follow-up care on real patients.

    Evidence-Based Protocols

    All treatments follow globally accepted APAID-aligned clinical standards.

    End-to-End Clinical Exposure

    From diagnosis and treatment planning to final prosthesis delivery and outcome analysis.

    Key Benefits of the Program

    • Extensive hands-on training in implant placement and prosthetic rehabilitation
    • Real-time exposure to clinical complications and failure management
    • Ongoing case documentation and structured clinical presentations
    • Development of ethical, confident, and globally competent implantologists
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    Admissions Open

    Admissions Open

    Admissions Open

    Enrol Now

    Admissions Open (2026–2027)

    Take the next step toward a globally recognized career in oral implantology. Santosh Deemed to be University invites applications for the M.Sc. in Oral Implantology.

    Why Apply Early?

    • Priority access to APAID modules and industry-led workshops
    • Secure your seat in a highly limited intake program
    • Early scheduling for clinical rotations and implant residencies

    How to Enrol

    • Fill out the online application form
    • Upload required academic documents
    • Attend entrance test / interview (if applicable)
    • Confirm admission upon selection
    2 Years Duration
    85 Credits
    2026 Start Date
    Applications Close: 1 March, 2026
    Global Industry Partnerships

    Industry Partnerships

    Global Collaboration & Industry Partnerships

    Academic Leadership

    APAID - Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry

    Asia Pacific Association of Implant Dentistry (APAID) serves as the academic authority and curriculum developer for the M.Sc. in Oral Implantology program, bringing globally aligned academic standards and evidence-based clinical training.

    • APAID-designed and governed curriculum
    • International academic benchmarks
    • Structured assessments and certifications

    Industry Partnerships

    Straumann Geistlich Osseotouch

    Through strategic industry partnerships, students receive direct exposure to world-class implant systems, biomaterials, and regenerative protocols aligned with global best practices.

    Straumann Smart Curriculum
    A globally standardized curriculum integrating premium implant systems, biomaterials, digital workflows, and evidence-based regenerative protocols—ensuring industry-aligned clinical competence.
    Our Faculty

    Our Faculty

    Our Faculty

    Prof. (Dr.) G. K. Gupta

    Prof. (Dr.) G. K. Gupta

    Dr. Ajay Sharma

    Dr. Ajay Sharma

    Dr. Lanka Mahesh

    Dr. Lanka Mahesh

    Dr. Praful Bali

    Dr. Praful Bali

    Prof. (Dr.) Akshay Bhargava

    Prof. (Dr.) Akshay Bhargava

    Dr. Sankalp Mittal

    Dr. Sankalp Mittal

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    Our Events

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    Our Blog

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