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The Department of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics at Government Dental College & Hospital, Jalgaon is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate dental education, patient care, research, and community service. The department specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion, dentofacial abnormalities, and craniofacial growth disturbances with the objective of improving oral function, facial esthetics, and overall quality of life.
\nThe department provides competency-based undergraduate education by integrating theoretical knowledge with preclinical and clinical training. Students are trained to identify developing malocclusions, understand craniofacial growth and development, diagnose orthodontic problems, and recognize cases requiring specialized orthodontic management.
\nThrough evidence-based clinical practice, ethical patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community outreach, the department strives to produce competent dental graduates capable of providing preventive and interceptive orthodontic care while promoting lifelong oral health.
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\nVision<\/strong>
\nTo be a centre of excellence in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics by providing quality undergraduate education, evidence-based patient care, scientific advancement, and community-oriented oral healthcare.
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\nMission<\/strong>
\n\u2022 To impart quality undergraduate education through competency-based teaching and supervised clinical training.
\n\u2022 To provide ethical, affordable, and evidence-based orthodontic consultation and treatment services.
\n\u2022 To train students in the diagnosis, prevention, interception, and management of malocclusion.
\n\u2022 To promote early identification of developing orthodontic problems.
\n\u2022 To encourage research, scientific thinking, innovation, and lifelong learning.
\n\u2022 To organize Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes, workshops, and academic activities.
\n\u2022 To strengthen community awareness regarding early orthodontic intervention and preventive oral healthcare.
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\nObjectives<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Develop competent undergraduate dental graduates in Orthodontics.
\n\u2022 Train students in diagnosis and treatment planning of malocclusion.
\n\u2022 Develop understanding of craniofacial growth and development.
\n\u2022 Promote preventive and interceptive orthodontics.
\n\u2022 Encourage ethical practice and patient-centred care.
\n\u2022 Foster communication skills, professionalism, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
\n\u2022 Improve awareness regarding early orthodontic treatment and oral health.
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\nFaculty<\/strong>
\nThe Department of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics is supported by dedicated faculty committed to excellence in teaching, patient care, and academic development.
\nFaculty Member Designation
\nDr. Priyanka Mantri Assistant Professor
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\nUndergraduate (BDS) Teaching Programme<\/strong>
\nThe department conducts undergraduate teaching in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS).
\nTheoretical Training
\nStudents are taught:
\n\u2022 Introduction to Orthodontics
\n\u2022 Growth and Development of Craniofacial Structures
\n\u2022 Etiology of Malocclusion
\n\u2022 Classification of Malocclusion
\n\u2022 Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Records and Study Models
\n\u2022 Cephalometrics (Introduction)
\n\u2022 Preventive Orthodontics
\n\u2022 Interceptive Orthodontics
\n\u2022 Fixed and Removable Orthodontic Appliances (Introduction)
\n\u2022 Functional Appliances (Introduction)
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Retention
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Emergencies
\n\u2022 Interdisciplinary Orthodontic Care
\nClinical Training
\nStudents receive supervised clinical training in:
\n\u2022 Patient Examination
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Case History
\n\u2022 Diagnosis of Malocclusion
\n\u2022 Study Model Analysis
\n\u2022 Space Analysis
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Records
\n\u2022 Oral Hygiene Instructions for Orthodontic Patients
\n\u2022 Preventive and Interceptive Orthodontic Procedures
\n\u2022 Clinical Case Discussions
\n\u2022 Referral of Complex Orthodontic Cases
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\nClinical Services<\/strong>
\nThe department provides comprehensive orthodontic services including:
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Consultation
\n\u2022 Diagnosis of Malocclusion
\n\u2022 Preventive Orthodontic Care
\n\u2022 Interceptive Orthodontic Procedures
\n\u2022 Habit-Breaking Appliances
\n\u2022 Space Maintainers
\n\u2022 Growth Assessment
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Records
\n\u2022 Patient Counselling
\n\u2022 Referral for Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment
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\nClinical Facilities<\/strong>
\nThe department is equipped with:
\n\u2022 Undergraduate Orthodontic Clinic
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Consultation Area
\n\u2022 Diagnostic Records Section
\n\u2022 Study Model Laboratory
\n\u2022 Cephalometric Tracing Facilities
\n\u2022 Orthodontic Instruments
\n\u2022 Sterilization Facilities
\n\u2022 Audiovisual Teaching Aids
\n\u2022 Digital Photography Facilities (where available)
\n\u2022 Patient Waiting Area
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\nTeaching Methodology<\/strong>
\nThe department follows competency-based education through:
\n\u2022 Interactive Lectures
\n\u2022 Demonstrations
\n\u2022 Chairside Clinical Teaching
\n\u2022 Small Group Discussions
\n\u2022 Case-Based Learning
\n\u2022 Problem-Based Learning
\n\u2022 Clinical Seminars
\n\u2022 Journal Discussions
\n\u2022 Self-Directed Learning
\n\u2022 Internal Assessment
\n\u2022 Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
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\nAcademic Activities<\/strong>
\nThe department regularly conducts:
\n\u2022 Clinical Case Presentations
\n\u2022 Seminars
\n\u2022 Journal Clubs
\n\u2022 Continuing Dental Education (CDE) Programmes
\n\u2022 Hands-on Workshops
\n\u2022 Guest Lectures
\n\u2022 Clinical Audits
\n\u2022 Interdepartmental Academic Meetings
\n________________________________________
\nCommunity Outreach<\/strong>
\nThe department actively participates in:
\n\u2022 School Dental Health Programmes
\n\u2022 Malocclusion Screening Camps
\n\u2022 Oral Health Awareness Programmes
\n\u2022 Preventive Orthodontic Awareness Activities
\n\u2022 Rural Dental Health Camps
\n\u2022 Community Screening Programmes
\n\u2022 Oral Hygiene Education
\n\u2022 Parent Counselling Programmes
\n________________________________________
\nPatient Care Philosophy<\/strong>
\nThe department is committed to:
\n\u2022 Early diagnosis and timely intervention
\n\u2022 Ethical and evidence-based patient care
\n\u2022 Patient-centred treatment planning
\n\u2022 Functional and esthetic improvement
\n\u2022 Prevention of developing malocclusion
\n\u2022 Strict infection control and patient safety
\n\u2022 Compassionate and respectful healthcare
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\nCore Values<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Excellence
\n\u2022 Integrity
\n\u2022 Compassion
\n\u2022 Professionalism
\n\u2022 Accountability
\n\u2022 Innovation
\n\u2022 Teamwork
\n\u2022 Patient-Centred Care
\n\u2022 Lifelong Learning
\n\u2022 Social Responsibility
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\nFuture Goals<\/strong>
\nThe department aims to:
\n\u2022 Strengthen competency-based undergraduate education.
\n\u2022 Upgrade orthodontic diagnostic and teaching facilities.
\n\u2022 Promote preventive and interceptive orthodontics.
\n\u2022 Encourage undergraduate research and scientific publications.
\n\u2022 Organize regular Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes.
\n\u2022 Strengthen interdisciplinary patient care.
\n\u2022 Expand community-based orthodontic screening programmes.
\n\u2022 Introduce digital orthodontic records and advanced diagnostic technologies.
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\nDepartment Motto<\/strong>
\n“Aligning Smiles \u2022 Guiding Growth \u2022 Building Confidence.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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