Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) – Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics 36 months Postgraduate Programme By Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MDS in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics is a three-year, full-time postgraduate program focused on diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities. The curriculum equips students to manage malocclusions and craniofacial anomalies using a wide range of orthodontic appliances such as braces, aligners, and functional devices. With access to advanced tools like CBCT, digital cephalometry, and aligner software, students gain practical experience through extensive clinical training under expert supervision.     The program also encourages interdisciplinary collaboration with oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and pediatric dentists to manage complex treatment cases. Academic and research components include dissertations, case documentation, and scientific analysis, enabling students to contribute meaningfully to orthodontic research. In addition to clinical expertise, the program focuses on building communication, leadership, and teaching skills, preparing graduates for successful careers in clinical practice, academics, or hospital-based roles. 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MDS in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics is a three-year, full-time postgraduate program focused on diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities. The curriculum equips students to manage malocclusions and craniofacial anomalies using a wide range of orthodontic appliances such as braces, aligners, and functional devices. With access to advanced tools like CBCT, digital cephalometry, and aligner software, students gain practical experience through extensive clinical training under expert supervision.     The program also encourages interdisciplinary collaboration with oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and pediatric dentists to manage complex treatment cases. Academic and research components include dissertations, case documentation, and scientific analysis, enabling students to contribute meaningfully to orthodontic research. In addition to clinical expertise, the program focuses on building communication, leadership, and teaching skills, preparing graduates for successful careers in clinical practice, academics, or hospital-based roles. 

Admission Requirements

 Educational Qualification:    BDS degree from a DCI-recognized dental college/institution.       Internship:     Completion of one-year compulsory rotating internship on or before 31st March of the admission year.      Registration:    Valid provisional or permanent registration with a State Dental Council at the time of admission.      Entrance Exam:    Must qualify NEET-MDS conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).       Minimum qualifying percentiles:   General: 50th percentile   SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile   PwD (General): 45th percentile    Foreign Nationals (if applicable)      Eligibility is subject to DCI and academic body approvals      Must obtain temporary DCI registration before joining (if permitted) 

3 Years
Jul

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
1,150,000 INR
International
2,081,686 INR

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