M.D.S. (Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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M.D.S. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics or Masters in Dental Surgery in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics is a postgraduate Dentistry Course.  The Course helps to educate orthodontists who are proficient at treating the broad scope of occlusal and dento-facial malocclusions. Special emphasis is placed on diagnosis and treatment planning, growth and development, biomechanics, and occlusion, using research to help develop critical thinking and writing skills while making a significant contribution to the scientific literature. Course helps to focus on the alignment of the teeth and the dental arches: the maxilla and the mandible. The practice of this specialty includes diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion and other abnormalities of the developing or mature oro-facial structures.

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M.D.S. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Eligibility

• B.D.S. with minimum 55% marks
• Some of the very reputed institutes conduct entrance examination for admission.

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M.D.S. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Course Suitability

• Those who want to have knowledge regarding diagnosis, prevention, interception, and treatment of all forms of malocclusion of the teeth can go for the course. Treatment of malocclusion involves the application of force to the teeth through orthodontic appliances, or braces, that are attached to the teeth. The force moves the teeth to the desired new position within the mouth.
• Candidates willing to run their own clinics and hospital also can go for the course.
• Applicants willing for further higher studies also can apply for the course.

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How is M.D.S. Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Course Beneficial?

• The course is beneficial to treat both children and adults with a wide range of malocclusions ranging from fairly simple problems requiring only minor tooth movement procedures to complex problems requiring comprehensive orthodontics to correct the malocclusion.
• The Course is also beneficial for further studies such as Ph.D. etc. as it gives good bas for it.
• They can also become teacher in schools and also can start their own private clinics.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY

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B.D.S. with minimum 55% marks