Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

Welcome to the Teerthanker Mahaveer Dental College and Research Centre’s Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics. It stands out as one of the most prestigious and best dental colleges in UP. Experience superior clinical care and exceptional quality treatment along with top-notch dental education.

Equipped with cutting-edge technology and led by renowned professionals, the department is dedicated to providing exceptional orthodontic training to both postgraduate and undergraduate students.

Our goal is to nurture competent and astute orthodontists who will make a positive impact in society. Prof. Dr Manish Goyal, college principal, leads the team, while Prof. Dr Mukesh Kumar provides valuable support. Together, we drive the department's growth and success. With their expertise, we proudly supervise seven PhD scholars, advancing orthodontics.

The orthodontics department at TMU specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of malocclusions and dentofacial deformities. We cater to a diverse range of cases, from simple malocclusions to complex orthodontic problems, orthognathic cases, and cleft care. Thus, we ensure the highest level of precision and effectiveness in patient care. Our patients experience the difference in orthodontic treatment.

ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPAEDICS - SPECIALISED EQUIPMENT AND TREATMENT

At TMU’s Orthodontics Department, you can experience cutting-edge technology and advanced facilities. Equipped with fully automatic dental

chairs and state-of-the-art cephalometric software like Nemoceph, we

ensure precision and accuracy in every treatment. Our world-class infrastructure includes essential equipment such as the Hydrosolder unit, Electropolisher, Sand Blaster, Photographic Room, Mini Implant Kit (TSAD), Thermoforming Machine, Digital Camera, and more. In addition, the Orthopaedics department boasts a dedicated library, complementing the resources available at the central library. TMU’s Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics offers an environment that is designed for optimal learning and exceptional patient care.

RESEARCH & ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics at TMDC&RC offers MDS courses with an annual intake capacity of five students, approved by the Dental Council of India (DCI). A majority of our

current postgraduate students have achieved scores above 300 marks in NEET PG. Additionally, we provide orthodontic education to numerous undergraduate students in their third and final year.

Our focus lies in fostering clinical and presentation skills among our students, adhering to international standards. We conduct a wide range of research studies, including clinical trials, in-vitro and in-vivo studies, FEM studies, C.B.C.T. studies, and surveys, exploring various treatment modalities and advancements in the field. Postgraduate students actively participate in national and state conferences, conventions, and various CDE programs organised annually.

Our department takes pride in regularly publishing a diverse array of research, including original studies, case reports, and other interesting findings in leading national and international journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics. Furthermore, our students and faculty actively engage in reviewing esteemed international journals.

To promote knowledge sharing and advancement in our specialty, we organise a scientific forum once a year, where postgraduate students and staff present on the latest developments. This forum aims to enlighten students from other specialty departments. Additionally, we conduct seminars, journal clubs, pedagogy sessions, case presentations, and regular assessments for our postgraduate students, following a monthly schedule.

We work to advance orthodontics through research, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

TREATMENT PROVIDED IN THE DEPARTMENT

TMU Hospital is a state-of-the-art medical facility that operates round the clock, offering 24*7 medical services. With its expansive infrastructure and more than 800 beds, the hospital provides specialised healthcare services to a large population of Uttar Pradesh. Thus, catering to people’s diverse medical needs and ensuring their well-being. Here’s a list of the treatments provided by the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics:

• Removable Orthodontic Appliance
  • Hawleys appliance
  • Hawleys with Ant. Bite plane
  • Hawleys with Post Bite Plane
  • Hawleys with Expansion screw
• Habit Breaking Aplliance
  • Oral Screen
  • Hawleys with Tongue Crib
  • Hawleys with Rakes
• Myofunctional Appliance
  • Twin block
  • Activator
  • Bionator
  • Frankels Appliance

• Orthopaedic appliances
  • Head Gear
  • Face Mask
  • Chin Cup
• Fixed Mechanotherapy
  • Roths Mechanotherapy
  • MBT Mechanotherapy
  • Lingual Mechanotherapy
  • Beggs Mechanotherpy
  • Self Ligating Mechanotherapy
• Invisible Orthodontics
  • Lingual Orthodontics
  • Ceramic (Clear) Orthodontics
  • Invisalign/ Clear Aligner

Other Activities

The department is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge and expertise in the field of orthodontics. To fulfil this commitment, we regularly organise a wide range of academic programs, such as Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programs, hands-on workshops, and various other educational activities.

Stay informed about our upcoming programs and join us to enhance your orthodontic skills at the best dental college in Uttar Pradesh. Be at the forefront of the latest advancements in the field and unlock your potential in orthodontics.

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