Department

Overview

Established in 2005, the Department of Orthodontics focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities. Our Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) program, initiated the same year, offers five seats annually, reflecting our commitment to developing skilled orthodontic professionals.

A key differentiator for our department is our leadership in aligner technology, equipping students with expertise in modern treatment methods. We have successfully graduated 32 students, who are well-prepared to excel in the dynamic field of orthodontics.

Our curriculum combines rigorous theoretical training with hands-on clinical experience, ensuring that graduates are ready to tackle the challenges of orthodontic practice. By fostering innovation and confidence, we empower our students to make meaningful contributions to the field and improve patient care.

Vision Mission

Vision:

  • Lead the field in the treatment of malocclusion and craniofacial abnormalities, focusing on dental and skeletal growth from infancy to maturity.
  • Provide exceptional patient care with over 50 patients treated daily, leveraging state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities.
  • Foster a dynamic learning environment with separate UG and PG clinics, seminar rooms, and advanced technologies like the in-house Aligner Lab.
  • Nurture skilled professionals through a highly acclaimed faculty and cutting-edge research in orthodontics.
  • Continue to innovate in orthodontic care and education, staying at the forefront of the field while serving the community with compassion and expertise.

Mission:

  • To collaborate with leading national and international universities on groundbreaking research initiatives, fostering a global community of healthcare leaders dedicated to advancing human health. We aim to integrate orthodontics and medicine at the forefront of teaching, research, and patient care, with a particular focus on TM disorders and cosmetic orthodontics.

HOD

Qualifications: 

  • B.D.S. & M.D.S.
  • Fellow of the International College of Dentists (F.I.C.D.)

Dr. Rajiv Ahluwalia is a distinguished Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics at Santosh Deemed to be University. He holds a B.D.S. and M.D.S., and is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (F.I.C.D). With vast expertise in orthodontics, Dr. Ahluwalia has made significant contributions to the field of dental bioethics. He currently serves as the Head of the National Dental Bioethics Program under the UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Haifa. His leadership and commitment to both education and research have earned him recognition in the academic and dental communities, making him a prominent figure in orthodontic education and practice.

Achievements:

  • Head, National Dental Bioethics Program, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Haifa
  • Chief Convener, OsGOD (Orthodontic Study Group of Delhi), Delhi (2011-2014)
  • Orthodontic Section Editor, I.J.D.R. (PubMed Journal)
  • Section Editor, Journal of Indian Orthodontics
  • Editor, Orthodontic Supplement, Dental Practice, October 2012
  • Chief Editor, IOS Times (Indian Orthodontic Society), Official Newsletter of the Indian Orthodontic Society (2010-2014)
  • External Examiner at several prestigious universities, including Army Dental Centre (R&R) Delhi, R.G.U.H.S., Bangalore
  • Letter of Appreciation for Community Dental Health from a Member of Parliament
  • Vice President, Indian Orthodontic Society (2014-2015)
  • Executive Member, Indian Orthodontic Society (5 years)
  • Best Research Paper Award, 1st International Orthodontic Conference, 1997
  • Third Rank in All India Entrance Examination held in August 1994 (M.A.H.E. Entrance Exam) for M.D.S.
  • D.C.I. Inspector

Positions Held:

  • Executive Committee Member, Indian Orthodontic Society (2009-2012)
  • Secretary, OsGOD (Orthodontic Study Group of Dentists) – A Unit of Indian Orthodontic Society, since 2010
  • Chief Editor, IOS Times (Indian Orthodontic Society Times), 2010-2012 (Official Newsletter of IOS)
  • Elected Editor, IOS Times (2012-2014)
  • Editor, Ortho Supplement, Dental Practice Journal
  • MDS Examiner at several prestigious universities, including RGUHS, Bangalore
  • Co-Chairman, Scientific Community, APOC (Asia Pacific Orthodontic Conference)
  • Scientific Chairman, 1st International Dental Student Conference, Radisson, Dwarka, 2011
  • Dental Council of India Inspector
  • Head, National Dental Bioethics Program, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Haifa

Guest Speakers:

  • Webinar at Sharda Dental College, 22 May 2020
  • Webinar at Rajasthan Dental College, 31 May 2020
  • Webinar at AIIMS, 24 April 2020
  • Webinar at IOS, 12 April 2020
  • BIOETHICON, November 2019, Chennai
  • North Zone PG Convention, September 2019, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
  • 23rd IOS PG Convention, ITS Dental College, Greater Noida, 21-24 February 2019
  • 53rd Indian Orthodontic Conference, Kochi, 7-9 December 2018
  • Podium Presentation at PG Convention, IOS, Chennai, 2010
  • Moderator, "Reality Check: Clinical Interactions Programme for Postgraduates," October 2012, AIIMS
  • Panellist Debate at PG Convention, Madras Orthodontic Study Group (MOsG), 2012
  • OsGOD, Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi, 2010
  • MYC Istanbul (International Conference IOS with Turkish Orthodontic Society)
  • 47th IOC & APOC, 2012
  • Podium Presentation at 46th IOC, Khajuraho, September 2011
  • Podium Presentation at 45th IOC, Mangalore, November 2010

Conferences/Webinars:

  • Webinar: "BIOPSY - An Integral Component of Diagnosis, Treatment & Prognosis of Oral Pre-cancer & Cancer," DCI, 22 Nov 2020
  • Webinar: "Orthodontic Diagnosis and Analysis of Diagnostic Records," DCI, 8 Nov 2020
  • Webinar: "The Renaissance Era in Dentistry," DCI, 1 Nov 2020
  • Webinar: "Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy," DCI, 18 Oct 2020
  • Webinar: "Re-treatment Strategies in Prosthodontics in General Dental Practice," DCI, 11 Oct 2020
  • Webinar: "Role of Magnification in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics," DCI, 27 Sep 2020
  • Webinar: "Ethics of Re-Emergence Strategies in the Wake of Covid-19," Department of Education, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Haifa, 24 May 2020
  • Webinar: "Bridging the Ethical Gap," Rajasthan Dental College, Jaipur, 31 May 2020
  • Webinar: "The Ethical Gap," Sharda University, 22 May 2020
  • Webinar: "Basic Research Methodology in Orthodontics," AIIMS Delhi, 24 April 2020
  • 24th IOS PG Convention, Hyderabad, 2020
  • BIOETHICON, Nov 2019, Chennai
  • North Zone PG Convention, Sep 2019, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi
  • 23rd IOS PG Convention, ITS Dental College, Greater Noida, 21-24 Feb 2019
  • Official Launch of Indo-Cleft Tool at ICMR Headquarters, New Delhi, 14 Feb 2019
  • Insight Into Orthodontic Postgraduate Examination, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 25 Jan 2019
  • 53rd Indian Orthodontic Conference, Kochi, 7-9 Dec 2018
  • Comprehensive Workshop on Advanced Orthodontic Appliances: Self-Ligating and Aligner Systems, Santosh Dental College, 11 Nov 2018
  • 11th International Dental Students and 5th Dental Surgeons Conference, Lady Harding Medical College, New Delhi, 12-13 Oct 2018
  • A-Z Hands-on Orthodontic National Typodont Skill Workshop 2018, AIIMS New Delhi, 5-7 Oct 2018
  • Comprehensive Program on Basic TMJ/TMD, OFP, Sleep Medicine, Snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnea by SMILE USA® Centre for Educational Excellence, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, 6 Feb 2018
  • 52nd Indian Orthodontic Conference, Jaipur, India, 17-19 Nov 2017
  • 30th Annual Conference of Indian Society for Dental Research by IADR – Indian Division, New Delhi, 30 Sep - 2 Oct 2017
  • 6th Indian Lingual Orthodontic Conference by IOS & Lingual Orthodontic Society in association with Centre for Dental Education and Research, AIIMS, New Delhi, 30-31 Aug 2017
  • National Dental Bioethics Seminar, Centre for Dental Education and Research, AIIMS, New Delhi, 13 Feb 2017
  • SGTC IBO Awareness Program, 19 Jan 2015
  • Smile Contest, Santosh Dental College, Dec 2015
  • 49th IOS Conference, Kolkata, Nov 2014
  • Lingual Summit, New Delhi, May 2014
  • Management of Cleft Lip and Palate, 13 Feb 2014
  • 18th IOS Convention, Meerut, Feb 2014
  • 3rd Insight of Orthodontics PG Examination, Jamia, 9 Feb 2014
  • 48th Indian Orthodontic Conference, Gujarat, Nov 2013
  • 1st Indian Lingual Orthodontic Convention, New Delhi, Sep 2013

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Dr. Rajiv Ahluwalia

Professor & HOD

Thrust Areas

Incorporate BIOETHICS components into all parts of teaching and patient care, with a focus on:

  • How to provide affordable treatment to all and to introduce Fellowships. In Lingual and Micro Implants
  • Focus on accelerated orthodontics to reduce overall treatment time
  • Training students with super specialization in lingual orthodontics, aesthetic Orthodontics, aligners and micro implants
  • To assist in identifying prevalent malocclusions in the Ghaziabad population and assisting in preventive actions, thus achieving our societal commitments
  • As part of its efforts to introduce a bio ethical approach to patient care, Dr. Rajiv Ahluwalia, secretary of the National Dental Bio Ethics Committee and national nodal centre, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the UNESCO chair in Bioethics, Haifa, and the Indian Orthodontic Society to incorporate BIOETHICS components into all aspects of teaching and patient care

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