MDS Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics at MCODS

Mangalore

Redefining smiles through orthodontic innovation

The MDS in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics at Manipal College of Dental Sciences, MAHE trains you to manage craniofacial growth, dental development, and occlusal correction. Our program builds academic strength and clinical expertise through diagnosis and treatment of dental and skeletal discrepancies.

Guided by experienced faculty, you work with advanced diagnostic systems and patient management tools while engaging in seminars, discussions, and research that refine your skills in biomechanics, materials, and aesthetic orthodontic care.

Program Highlights

Extensive Clinical Training: Our program trains you to treat diverse orthodontic cases using advanced appliances and imaging systems to strengthen your diagnostic and treatment precision.

Research-Based Learning: You work on FEM studies, adhesive systems, and frictional properties under expert guidance to build a scientific foundation for clinical innovation.

Academic Engagement: You take part in seminars, journal clubs, and case discussions that sharpen analytical reasoning and clinical judgment.

Digital Diagnostic Proficiency: You use Dolphin imaging software for accurate 2D and 3D assessments, improving your planning and treatment outcomes.

Collaborative Clinical Practice: You participate in inter-department clubs and CDE programs to expand your perspective and refine multidisciplinary patient care.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Industry Projects

Conduct research on topics such as bond strength, bracket friction, and treatment efficiency.

Internships

Extensive clinical postings managing real patient cases under supervision.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must have successfully completed BDS from a university recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

Your internship must be completed on or before the date specified by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
You must hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for your BDS qualification issued by the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council.

You must appear for NEET PG 2027 and secure the required cutoff. Complete online registration and choice filling on the MCC/KEA portal. Participate in online counselling and seat allotment conducted by MCC/KEA.

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

The award of Fee Waiver for the subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year. Scholarship will be extended in the subsequent year only to those students who have cleared all subjects in the University Examinations of previous year before the due date for payment of annual program fee. Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for fee waiver for that academic year. Fee Waiver will be forfeited in the instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the candidate leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

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Program Highlights

Extensive Clinical Training: Our program trains you to treat diverse orthodontic cases using advanced appliances and imaging systems to strengthen your diagnostic and treatment precision.

Research-Based Learning: You work on FEM studies, adhesive systems, and frictional properties under expert guidance to build a scientific foundation for clinical innovation.

Academic Engagement: You take part in seminars, journal clubs, and case discussions that sharpen analytical reasoning and clinical judgment.

Digital Diagnostic Proficiency: You use Dolphin imaging software for accurate 2D and 3D assessments, improving your planning and treatment outcomes.

Collaborative Clinical Practice: You participate in inter-department clubs and CDE programs to expand your perspective and refine multidisciplinary patient care.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Industry Projects

Conduct research on topics such as bond strength, bracket friction, and treatment efficiency.

Internships

Extensive clinical postings managing real patient cases under supervision.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Lab Work

Cephalometric tracing, wire bending and analysis of craniofacial deformities using digital and manual methods.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Gain expertise in diagnosing dental and skeletal malocclusions using advanced clinical and analytical methods.

Build strong clinical ability to manage orthodontic cases with removable, fixed, and functional appliances.

Refine analytical thinking through fem evaluation and biomechanical assessments to improve treatment outcomes.

Apply precision in planning, designing, and fabricating orthodontic appliances.

Admissions Path

Qualify NEET PG 2026

Online Registration & Choice Filling on MCC / KEA portal

Online counseling & Seat allotment

Reporting to the Institute

Admission Formalities

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment

Note

MCODS Manipal and Mangalore counselling is conducted by MCC and KEA.

Additional Information

Visit www.manipal.edu/neet for reporting instructions, after Seat allotment

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must have successfully completed BDS from a university recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI). Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

Your internship must be completed on or before the date specified by the Dental Council of India (DCI).
You must hold a Permanent Registration Certificate for your BDS qualification issued by the Dental Council of India (DCI) or a State Dental Council.

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3

Curriculum details will be updated shortly

Program Duration

3 years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 58,15,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 139,250

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Children of MAHE Alumni
Konkani Speaking Students

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Withdrawal Policy

To Know More

MDS Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics at MCODS

Redefining smiles through orthodontic innovation

Program Highlights

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Industry and Academia Connect

Qualification

3 years

INR 58,15,000

USD 139,250

Program Highlights

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Industry and Academia Connect

Qualification

3 years

INR 58,15,000

USD 139,250