MDS Orthodontics

• Specialization that trains dentists to diagnose, prevent, and correct malocclusions and dentofacial anomalies using orthodontic appliances and growth-modification techniques.

DESCRIPTION
• Three-year postgraduate dental program under Kathmandu University focused on biomechanics, orthodontic diagnosis, cephalometrics, appliance design, interceptive orthodontics, and management of complex dentofacial deformities.
• Provides supervised clinical practice in fixed, removable, functional, and contemporary orthodontic systems, including aligners.
• Builds competence in treatment planning, growth assessment, multidisciplinary case coordination, and research methodology.

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE (TABLE)

FEATURES
• Structured training in cephalometrics, model analysis, 3D imaging.
• Hands-on exposure to fixed, removable, and functional appliances.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with oral surgery, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry.
• Research thesis mandatory.
• Standardized evaluation under MEC.

FEE (TENTATIVE)
• NPR 2,381,760 for Nepali students (2024).
• Foreign nationals pay 1.6× the Nepali fee.

ADMISSION PROCESS
• BDS or equivalent from a government-recognized institution.
• NMC registration required (or relevant council for foreign nationals).
• Minimum one-year clinical experience.
• Apply for MECEE-PG entrance exam.
• Must score ≥50% to qualify for the merit list.
• Seat allocation handled by MEC according to guidelines.

JOB PROSPECTS
• Orthodontist in hospitals and dental colleges.
• Private orthodontic practitioner.
• Faculty positions (Lecturer/Assistant Professor).
• Consultant roles in multidisciplinary craniofacial teams.
• Opportunities in aligner-based companies and dental technology sectors.
• Research positions in dental institutes.