Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
A centre of excellence for advanced orthodontic education, research and patient care — refining facial aesthetics, occlusal function and orofacial well-being since 1999.
Align. Modulate. Transform.
The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics at Sree Mookambika Institute of Dental Sciences stands as a centre of excellence committed to advanced orthodontic education, research and patient care. Since its inception in 1999 and the establishment of its postgraduate programme in 2010, the department has evolved into a highly specialised unit offering comprehensive management of malocclusion and dentofacial abnormalities in both growing and adult patients.
Equipped with modern clinical and laboratory facilities, the department delivers a full range of orthodontic services including removable, fixed, functional, surgical and contemporary appliance systems, along with esthetic options including clear aligners.
With dedicated UG and PG clinical sections, well-structured academic programmes and a team-driven clinical environment, the department strives to refine facial aesthetics, promote optimal occlusal function and enhance overall orofacial well-being.
What drives the department
Evidence-based orthodontic care with the highest clinical standards.
Structured UG & PG academics with strong theory–clinical integration.
Innovation in orthodontic techniques through dissertation-based research.
Developing skilled, ethical and research-oriented orthodontic professionals.
A comprehensive range of contemporary orthodontic treatments — clear aligner therapy, removable and fixed appliances, habit-breaking devices, myofunctional therapy, TAD-assisted mechanics, and surgical orthodontic procedures — supported by modern clinical infrastructure and precision-based laboratory fabrication.
Our team
| S.No | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Amal S Nair, MDS | Professor & HOD |
| 2 | Dr. Anjana S Nair, MDS | Reader |
| 3 | Dr. Janu S Nair, MDS | Reader |
| 4 | Dr. Jerbin Vijai V M, MDS | Senior Lecturer |
| 5 | Dr. Jerusha T, MDS | Senior Lecturer |
Inside the department
PG Clinic
Curriculum & clinical services
A comprehensive curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate students focusing on preventive, interceptive, corrective and surgical orthodontic treatments.
Aesthetic, minimally visible orthodontic correction.
Completely hidden fixed appliance treatment.
For developing skeletal discrepancies in growing patients.
In coordination with maxillofacial surgery for complex deformities.
With Periodontics, Prosthodontics and Oral Surgery.
Managing developing malocclusions in children.
As part of a multidisciplinary craniofacial team.
Temporary Anchorage Devices for advanced anchorage control.
For thumb sucking, tongue thrusting and other oral habits.
Digital impressions, cephalometric analysis & treatment planning.
Diagnostic & therapeutic scope
A comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures — from cephalometric analysis and digital model planning to fixed appliance therapy, clear aligners, growth modification and surgical orthodontics — performed by trained specialists and postgraduate residents under expert supervision.
Detailed orthodontic clinical examination and diagnosis.
Skeletal & dental analysis from lateral cephalograms.
Digital impressions and 3D model-based planning.
Extra-oral and intra-oral photographic documentation.
Comprehensive multi-bracket fixed appliance treatment.
Esthetic aligner-based orthodontic correction.
Functional appliances for growing patients.
Orthognathic surgical management with OMFS team.
UG & PG academics
The Undergraduate Training Programme in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics provides BDS students with a strong foundation in the diagnosis, prevention and management of malocclusion — integrating theory with clinical exposure.
- Approach: Theory, clinical demonstrations, case-based discussions, supervised postings, skill assessments.
- Outcome: Ability to identify malocclusion, perform basic orthodontic assessments, understand growth & development, manage simple preventive and interceptive procedures.
A three-year MDS in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics designed to train dental graduates in advanced diagnosis, treatment planning and comprehensive dentofacial management through academics, intensive clinical training and research.
- Duration: 3 years
- Approach: Didactic lectures, seminars, journal clubs, case discussions, hands-on clinical training, interdisciplinary exposure, dissertation-based research.
- Outcome: Specialists with expertise in growth modification, fixed & aligner therapy, surgical orthodontics and evidence-based patient care.
Continuing Dental Education
Recognition & scholarship
Postgraduate students have secured university ranks and academic distinctions, reflecting the department's strong academic foundation.
Faculty participation in National and International Conferences as scientific chairpersons across orthodontic forums.
Consistent demonstration of excellence in academics, clinical performance and research contributions.