The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics deals with the treatment of malocclusions and dento-facial deformities.
The undergraduate training begins from the second year of the BDS program. Students learn basic wire bending and conduct clinical examinations to diagnose dental and craniofacial anomalies. They are also trained to treat mild malocclusions with removable appliances.
The postgraduate program covers all aspects of the discipline.
The department conducts continuing dental education courses and hands-on programmes at a post-graduate level.
FACILITIES
The department consists of a UG and PG clinic with cephalometry, preclinical classroom, seminar room with LCD projector, a library and a wet lab.
Dr. Jayanth Jayarajan
Professor & HOD
Dr. Jayanth received his graduation from Vinayaka Mission Dental College and Masters from Meenakshi Amman Dental College in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
He teaches undergraduate students and supervises PG academic activity. He also guides and supervises interns and postgraduate students in clinical and research work. He has over two decades of clinical experience and 13 years of teaching experience. He has over 20 publications to his credit.
Dr. Jayanth is a member of the Indian Orthodontic Society and World Federation of Orthodontists.
Dr. Vineeth VT
Professor
Dr. Vineeth V Thundukattil received his graduation from Bapuji Dental College and Hospital Davangere 2004 and Masters from College of Dental Sciences, Davangere 2008 in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
He teaches undergraduate students and supervises PG academic activity. He also guides and supervises interns and postgraduate students in clinical and research work. He has over two decades of clinical experience and 13 years of teaching experience. He has over 20 publications to his credit.
Dr. Vineeth is an active member of the Indian Orthodontic Society and a Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontists.
| Name | Designation |
| Dr. Jayanth Jayarajan | Professor & HOD |
| Dr. Vineeth V Thundukattil | Professor |
| Dr. Shifa Mohammed Jabar | Reader |
| Dr. Priya Raj | Senior Lecturer |
| Dr. Saranya S | Senior Lecturer |
| Dr. Shreevidhya Vijayan | Senior Lecturer |
GALLERY
MDS Examinations
Conferences and Conventions
Public Awareness and Education Exhibition
Department Celebrations: Onam
Department Celebrations: Miscellaneous
High-End Equipment Training: Digital Impressions using iTero Scanner
CDE (April 2016): Bend It Like Burstone
CDE (Jan 2019): Orthodontic Conscientia I: Functional Appliance and Bite Registration
CDE (Nov 2022): Orthodontic Conscientia II: Footsteps to P.E.A. Mechanics
CDE (Feb 2023: Micro-Macro: DSLR and Mobile Dental Photography Course
