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Aim: To analyse the type of personalities among individuals of Saveetha Dental College. Objective: To find out the factors determining and distinguishing the type A and type B personality. Background: Personality refers to the combination of characteristic or qualities that build an individual distinctive character. People in this world are generalized into Type A and Type B personality. This study shows interest on the factor, which determine the Type A or B. This study also helps the individuals to know their personality type and the factors, which can improve their personality in a positive manner. A step is also planned in this study to motivate and guide the Type B personality individuals. Materials & Methods: The study was done as a questionnaire-based study among I BDS students of Saveetha Dental College. A total of 50 students participated in the survey. All the students were provided with a list of 9 personality-related questions with 2 answers given for each question. The students were told to choose only one out of the two answers that describes them the most. Result: The results from the study indicate any tendency of the individuals towards being a constanly stressed out Type A personality or the more relaxed and laid back Type B personality.[1]