Series and Index [Domain] | ||||||||||||||||||
Dryden Total Bond Fund, Inc | Lehman Aggregate Bond Index | Lipper Index | ||||||||||||||||
Share Class [Domain] | Share Class [Domain] | Share Class [Domain] | ||||||||||||||||
Classes A, B, C, Z, L, M, X, R | ||||||||||||||||||
Classes A, B, C, Z, L, M, X | Class R | |||||||||||||||||
Class A | Classes B, C, Z, L, M, X | |||||||||||||||||
Class B | Class C | Class Z | Class L | Class M | Class X | |||||||||||||
Prospectus [Line Items] | ||||||||||||||||||
Risk Return [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Risk Return [Heading] | RISK RETURN SUMMARY | |||||||||||||||||
Expenses [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Expense [Heading] | FEES AND EXPENSES | |||||||||||||||||
Expense Narrative [Text Block] | This table shows the sales
charges, fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of
each class of the Fund - Class A, B, C, L, M, X, R, and Z. Each share
class has different (or no) sales charges - known as loads - and expenses,
but represents an investment in the same Fund. Class Z and Class R shares are available only to a limited group of investors. In addition, Class L, M and X shares are not offered to new purchasers and are only available through exchange from the same class of shares offered by certain other JennisonDryden Funds. For more information about which share class may be right for you, see "How to Buy, Sell and Exchange Shares of the Fund." |
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Shareholder Fees [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Shareholder Fees Caption | Shareholder Fees (paid directly from your investment) | |||||||||||||||||
Maximum Cumulative Sales Charge over Offering Price | 4.5% | 0% | ||||||||||||||||
Maximum Sales Charge Imposed on Purchases over Offering Price | 0% | 0% | 4.25% | 0% | 0% | 0% | ||||||||||||
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge over Other | 1% | 5% | 1% | 0% | 1% | 6% | 6% | 0% | ||||||||||
Maximum Sales Charge on Reinvested Dividends and Distributions over Other | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | ||||||||||
Redemption Fee | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||
Exchange Fee | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||
Maximum Account Fee | 15 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 0 | ||||||||||
Operating Expenses [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Operating Expenses Caption | Annual Fund Operating Expenses % (deducted from Fund assets) | |||||||||||||||||
Net Expenses over Assets [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Expenses over Assets [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Management Fees over Assets | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | ||||||||||
Distribution and Service (12b-1) Fees over Assets | 0.3% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 0.5% | 1% | 1% | 0.75% | ||||||||||
Other Expenses over Assets [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Other Expenses over Assets | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.26% | ||||||||||
Expenses over Assets | 1.06% | 1.76% | 1.76% | 0.76% | 1.26% | 1.76% | 1.76% | 1.51% | ||||||||||
Fee Waiver or Reimbursement over Assets | (0.21%) | (0.22%) | (0.41%) | (0.16%) | (0.16%) | (0.16%) | (0.16%) | (0.41%) | ||||||||||
Net Expenses over Assets | 0.85% | 1.54% | 1.35% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | ||||||||||
Expense Example Narrative [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Expense Example [Heading] | EXAMPLES | |||||||||||||||||
Expense Example Narrative [Text Block] | These examples are intended to
help you compare the fees and expenses of the Fund's different share
classes and compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in a Fund for the time periods indicated and then sell all of your shares of that Fund at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that each class's operating expenses remain the same, except for any contractual distribution and service (12b-1) fee waivers and overall expense limitations that may be in effect for the one year period. Approximately seven years after purchase, Class B shares will automatically convert to Class A shares on a quarterly basis; approximately eight years after purchase, Class M shares will automatically convert to Class A shares on a quarterly basis; and approximately ten years after purchase, Class X shares will automatically convert to Class A shares on a quarterly basis. The information in the ten years column reflects such conversions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be: |
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Expense Example by Year Caption | Example (Redemption) | |||||||||||||||||
Expense Example [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Expense Example Year 01 | 533 | 657 | 237 | 61 | 532 | 763 | 763 | 112 | ||||||||||
Expense Example Year 03 | 752 | 833 | 514 | 227 | 793 | 939 | 939 | 437 | ||||||||||
Expense Example Year 05 | 989 | 1,034 | 916 | 407 | 1,073 | 1,139 | 1,139 | 785 | ||||||||||
Expense Example Year 10 | 1,668 | 1,783 | 2,039 | 927 | 1,869 | 1,875 | 2,060 | 1,768 | ||||||||||
Expense Example No Redemption by Year Caption | Example (No Redemption) | |||||||||||||||||
Expense Example No Redemption Year 01 | 533 | 157 | 137 | 61 | 532 | 163 | 163 | 112 | ||||||||||
Expense Example No Redemption Year 03 | 752 | 533 | 514 | 227 | 793 | 539 | 539 | 437 | ||||||||||
Expense Example No Redemption Year 05 | 989 | 934 | 916 | 407 | 1,073 | 939 | 939 | 785 | ||||||||||
Expense Example No Redemption Year 10 | 1,668 | 1,783 | 2,039 | 927 | 1,869 | 1,875 | 2,060 | 1,768 | ||||||||||
Expense Example Closing [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Expense Example Closing [Text Block] | You would pay the following expenses on the same investment if you did not sell your shares: | |||||||||||||||||
Strategy Section [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Strategy [Heading] | INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES AND PRINCIPAL STRATEGIES | |||||||||||||||||
Strategy Narrative [Text Block] | The Fund's investment
objective is total return. The Fund will seek to achieve its objective
through a mix of current income and capital appreciation as determined by
the Fund's investment adviser. We invest, under normal circumstances, at
least 80% of the Fund's investable assets in bonds. For purposes of this
policy, bonds include all fixed-income securities, other than preferred
stock, with a maturity at date of issue of greater than one year. The term
"investable assets" in this prospectus refers to the Fund's net assets
plus any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund's investable assets
will be less than its total assets to the extent that it has borrowed
money for noninvestment purposes, such as to meet anticipated redemptions.
The Fund will provide 60 days' prior written notice to shareholders of a
change in the 80% policy stated above. The Fund's investment subadviser
allocates assets among different debt securities, including U.S.
Government securities, mortgage-related and asset-backed securities,
corporate debt securities and foreign securities. The Fund may invest up
to 50% of its investable assets in high risk, below investment-grade
securities having a rating of not lower than CCC-also known as high-yield
debt securities or junk bonds. The Fund may invest up to 45% of its
investable assets in foreign securities. Some (but not all) of the U.S. Government securities and mortgage-related securities in which the Fund will invest are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, which means that payment of interest and principal is guaranteed, but yield and market value are not. These securities include, but are not limited to, direct obligations issued by the U.S. Treasury, and obligations of certain entities that may be chartered or sponsored by Acts of Congress, such as the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA or "Ginnie Mae"). Securities issued by other government entities that may be chartered or sponsored by Acts of Congress, in which the Fund may invest, are not backed by the full faith and credit of the United States and must rely on their own resources to repay the debt. These securities include, but are not limited to, obligations of the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC or "Freddie Mac"), the Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA or "Fannie Mae") and the Student Loan Marketing Association (SLMA or "Sallie Mae"), each of which has the right to borrow from the United States Treasury to meet its obligations, and obligations of the Farm Credit System, which depends entirely upon its own resources to repay its debt obligations. While we make every effort to achieve our objective, we can't guarantee success. |
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Risk Section [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Risk [Heading] | PRINCIPAL RISKS | |||||||||||||||||
Risk Narrative [Text Block] | Although we try to invest
wisely, all investments involve risks. In addition to the risks described
herein, there is always the risk that investments will not perform as we
thought they would. Like any mutual fund, an investment in the Fund could
lose value, and you could lose money. The Fund does not represent a
complete investment program. An investment in the Fund is not a bank
deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance
Corporation (FDIC) or any other government agency. Credit Risk. Debt obligations are generally subject to the risk that the issuer may be unable to make principal and interest payments when they are due. There is also the risk that the securities could lose value because of a loss of confidence in the ability of the borrower to pay back debt. Interest Rate Risk. Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the securities could lose value because of interest rate changes. For example, bonds tend to decrease in value if interest rates rise. Debt obligations with longer maturities sometimes offer higher yields, but are subject to greater price shifts as a result of interest rate changes than debt obligations with shorter maturities. Market Risk. There is a possibility that the market value of an investment may move up or down and that its movement may occur quickly or unpredictably. Securities markets are volatile. U.S. Government and Agency Securities Risk. In addition to market risk, interest rate risk and credit risk, such securities may limit potential for capital appreciation. Not all U.S. Government securities are insured or guaranteed by the U.S. Government, some are only insured or guaranteed by the issuing agency, which must rely on its own resources to repay the debt. Derivatives Risk. The value of certain derivatives that are used to manage cash flows or to hedge a portfolio security are generally determined independently from that security and could result in a loss to the Fund when the price movement of a derivative used as a hedge does not correlate with a change in the value of the portfolio security. Investments in derivatives may not have the intended effects and may result in losses or missed opportunities and counterparties could default. Emerging Market Securities Risk. In the case of investments in emerging markets securities, many of the applicable risks are heightened and may result in greater volatility in the value of your investment. Fixed-Income Obligations Risk. In addition to credit risk, market risk and interest rate risk, the Fund's holdings, share price, yield and total return may fluctuate in response to bond market movements. oreign Risk. Investing in foreign securities generally involves more risk than investing in securities of U.S. issuers. Foreign political, economic and legal systems may be less stable than in the U.S., especially those in developing countries. Foreign legal systems could impose fewer and or less stringent regulatory requirements than in the U.S. legal system. Foreign Securities Risk. Foreign political, economic and legal systems may be less stable than in the U.S. The changing value of foreign currencies could also affect the value of the assets we hold and our performance. Emerging Markets Risk. Countries in emerging markets (e.g., Eastern and Central Europe and the Pacific Basin countries) may have relatively unstable governments, economies based on only a few industries and securities markets that trade a limited number of securities. Securities of issuers located in these countries tend to have volatile prices and offer the potential for substantial loss as well as gain. In addition, these securities may be less liquid than investments in more established markets as a result of inadequate trading volume or restrictions on trading imposed by the governments of such countries. In addition, developing markets may have increased risks associated with clearance and settlement. Delays in settlement could result in periods of un invested assets, missed investment opportunities or losses to the Fund. Currency Risk. The changing value of foreign currencies could affect the value of the assets we hold and our performance. In particular, adverse changes in the values of foreign, non-U.S. dollar denominated securities can cause losses. Illiquid Securities Risk. Illiquid securities may be difficult to value precisely and may be difficult to sell at the time or place desired. Investment Grade Bonds. The primary risks associated with such investments are that the borrower can't pay back the money borrowed or make interest payments, general market risk (i.e., bonds or other debt instruments may lose value in the market because interest rates change or there is a lack of confidence in the borrower) and the risk that the value of most bonds will fall when interest rates rise. Management Risk. Actively managed mutual funds are subject to management risk. The subadviser will apply investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions for the Fund, but there can be no guarantee that these techniques will produce the desired results. Money Market Instruments Risk. In addition to market risk and credit risk, money market securities may limit potential for capital appreciation and achieving our investment objective. Non-Diversification Risk. As a nondiversified fund, the Fund may invest more than 5% of the Fund's assets in the securities of any one issuer. Investing in a nondiversified fund involves greater risk than investing in a diversified fund because a loss resulting from the decline in value of any one security may represent a greater portion of the total assets of a nondiversified fund. Portfolio Turnover Risk. Although it is not one of the Fund's principal strategies, the Fund may, as it has in the past, actively and frequently trade its portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. This may occur due to active portfolio management by the Fund's investment subadviser. High portfolio turnover results in higher transaction costs, which can affect the Fund's performance and may have adverse tax consequences. Junk Bonds. High-yield, high-risk bonds have a higher risk of default of payments of principal and interest and tend to be less liquid than higher-rated securities. Prepayment Risk. The Fund may invest in mortgage-related securities and asset-backed securities, which are subject to prepayment risk. If these securities are prepaid, the Fund may have to replace them with lower-yielding securities. Stripped mortgage backed securities are generally more sensitive to changes in prepayment and interest rates than other mortgage-related securities. Unlike mortgage-related securities, asset backed securities are usually not collateralized. If the issuer of a non-collateralized debt security defaults on the obligation, there is no collateral that the security holder may sell to satisfy the debt. For more detailed information about the risks associated with the Fund, see "How the Fund Invests - Investment Risks." |
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Bar Chart Narrative [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart [Heading] | EVALUATING PERFORMANCE | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Narrative [Text Block] | A number of factors -
including risk - can affect how the Fund performs. The following bar chart
shows the Fund's performance for each full calendar year of operations or
for the last 10 calendar years, whichever is shorter. The following bar
chart and Average Annual Total Returns table demonstrate the risk of
investing in the Fund by showing how returns can change from year to year
and by showing how the Fund's average annual total returns compare with a
broad-based securities market index and a group of similar mutual
funds. Past performance (before and after taxes) does not mean that the Fund will achieve similar results in the future. |
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Bar Chart Table [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Annual Return Caption | Annual Total Returns % (Class A Shares) | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 1997 | 17.98% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 1998 | 5.14% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 1999 | (0.23%) | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2000 | 8.6% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2001 | 6.84% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2002 | 6.38% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2003 | 6.18% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2004 | 4.87% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2005 | 2.5% | |||||||||||||||||
Annual Return 2006 | 4.39% | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Closing [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Highest Quarterly Return Label | BEST QUARTER | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Highest Quarterly Return | 4.77% | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Highest Quarterly Return Date | 1997-06-30 | |||||||||||||||||
Lowest Quarterly Return Label | WORST QUARTER | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Lowest Quarterly Return | (2.71%) | |||||||||||||||||
Bar Chart Lowest Quarterly Return Date | 2004-06-30 | |||||||||||||||||
Performance Narrative [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Performance Table Narrative [Text Block] | Class L, M, R and Class X shares are new classes and no performance information is available for these new share classes. The following Average Annual Total Returns table only reflects performance information for share classes that have at least one calendar year of operations. | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Caption | Average Annual Total Returns % (as of 12-31-06) | Index % (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) | ||||||||||||||||
Performance Table Section [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Label | Class A Shares % | Class B Shares | Class C Shares | Class Z Shares | Class L Shares | Class M Shares | Class X Shares | |||||||||||
Average Annual Return Year 01 | (0.3%) | (1.37%) | 3.03% | 4.61% | ||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Year 05 | 3.89% | 3.9% | 4.36% | 5.11% | ||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Year 10 | 4.75% | 4.55% | 4.71% | 5.46% | ||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Since Inception | ||||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return Inception Date | 2007-03-05 | 2007-03-05 | 2007-03-05 | |||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions Year 01 | (2.01%) | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions Year 05 | 2.15% | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions Year 10 | 2.45% | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions and Sales [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions and Sales Year 01 | (0.23%) | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions and Sales Year 05 | 2.27% | |||||||||||||||||
Average Annual Return after Taxes on Distributions and Sales Year 10 | 2.6% | |||||||||||||||||
Market Index Return [Abstract] | ||||||||||||||||||
Market Index Return Label | Lehman Aggregrate Bond Index | Lipper Average | ||||||||||||||||
Market Index Return Year 01 | 4.33% | 4.06% | ||||||||||||||||
Market Index Return Year 05 | 5.06% | 4.53% | ||||||||||||||||
Market Index Return Year 10 | 6.24% | 5.52% |