Orthodontics

Program details

Doctor of Philosophy Program in Orthodontics

International Program

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5

YEARS

FULL-TIME

Degree:

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Language of instruction:

English

Total credits:

72 credits

Highlights:

  • Leader in the Field
  • More international experience
  • Various research area to choose
  • Research experience in Japan
  • Joint degree with Tokyo Medical and Dental University

Program overview

Founded in 1957, Faculty of Dentistry Chulalongkorn University was the first dental school in Thailand to offer the postgraduate program in Orthodontics. Since the implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint in 2015 has substantively achieved, acceleration in economic growth and social progress including the rising demands for oral healthcare provision and education were prominent. 

As one of Thailand’s leading universities, we are adapting our program to reach the internationally accepted standards by incorporating advanced clinical training, research and comprehensive education focusing on evidence-based resources. We also aim to promote critical thinking for our students as our curriculum attempts to integrate updated clinical approaches along with the fundamental basis in order to execute the best treatment options for the patients.

CU-TMDU JOINT DEGREE Ph.D. PROGRAM IN ORTHODONTICS is a combined clinical and research international program. In this program students will achieve insight didactic knowledge in basic and clinical sciences, expertise in conducting research, and competency in clinical work, thereby preparing them for academic careers and leadership in the orthodontic profession. The minimum length of this program is 5 years. Students attend lectures and seminars, and undertake clinical coursework at CU, while conducting research at TMDU.

Partnership

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Why
this program
at Chula?

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1

Leader in the Field

Moreover standard technique in orthodontic. Student would have an opportunity to learn new techniques such as clear aligner, surgery fist and using digital workflow in orthodontic.

2

More international experience

In optional, students would have an opportunity to conduct research at Tokyo Medical and Dental University.

3

Various research area to choose from

The program’s curriculum is opened for the students to accommodate in different interests in research opportunities and knowledges through various course works from clinical study to biology and genetics.

4

Various technique in orthodontic

With more than 10 full time lectures and part time lecturer. Students can learn various technique in orthodontic and modify to their practices after graduation.

CU-TMDU JDP syllabus 2023

054_CU-TMDU-JDP-syllabus-EN2023

Message from the director

Presently, CU Orthodontics department offers three highly respected and widely recognized post-graduate programs. Suitable for learners who want to fulfill their knowledge, clinical skill and research capabilities to their full potential. With no doubt, after graduation, students will be able to contribute their role to be of benefit for the society with responsibility and ethics.

Assoc. Prof.Paiboon Techalertpaisarn

Career possibilities

  • Orthodontist  who can perform treatment with confidence, sufficient knowledge, and profound clinical skills for the complex orthodontics patients.
  • Researcher focusing on orthodontics and oral biology.
  • Lecturer at a university or college aiming to distribute knowledge and improve their skills in management of orthodontics patients.

Course details

5 years

Course plan

3206721General Orthodontics
3206722Essential Orthodontics
3206723Orthodontic Techniques
3206724Multidisciplinary Treatment Procedures
3206741Orthodontic Practical Exercise
3206751Seminar in Basic Orthodontics
3206752Seminar in Advanced Orthodontics
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206941Orthodontic Clinical Training I
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206942Orthodontic Clinical Training II
3206943Orthodontic Clinical Training III (year course)
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206943Orthodontic Clinical Training III (year course)
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206944Advanced Orthodontic Clinical Training I
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206945Advanced Orthodontic Clinical Training II (Year course)
3206828Dissertation
3206894Doctoral Dissertation Seminar
3206945Advanced Orthodontic Clinical Training II (Year course)
3206949Advanced Orthodontic Clinical Training III

Academic calendar

  • First semester: Start from mid August (according to the Chulalongkorn University semester) to early December
  • Second semester: Start from January to early May
  • Summer: Start from January to early May

Admission

Doctor of Philosophy Program in Orthodontics (Joint Degree Program CU-TMDU)

International Program

  • Period of Admission: December 20, 2023 – February 2, 2024

Procedure of admission

  1. Please read and following procedure of admission
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/18rS46FY6qDL7cXyYcT6lLwGJcl42XiHT/view?usp=sharing
  2. Application documents must copy to pdf files or image files
  3. Fill Application Form and Upload All Documents
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYdbmFUJpnMv3oB9Eer7OGTXw4cU9OEHOwZZbP-V0lSFpN_A/viewform
  4. Pay the application fee and upload pay-in slip
  5. Staff sent confirmation email of application within 5 workdays

For further information pertaining to applicant’s qualifications, please contact

Department of Orthodontics
15th floor, Borommanard Srinakarin Building

  • Tel. (+66) 0 2218 8932

Expected enrollment number

2-3 persons

Fees

Tuition fee

  • 48,000 THB

Program fee

  • 400,000 THB / semester
  • 150,000 THB for summer

Please contact the program for an up-to-date information.

Funding

Currently, there is no funding for tuition fee. However, funding for research projects may be possible. Please follow an announcement from the Faculty of Dentistry and the Graduate School, Chulalongkorn University.

Publications

  • Pooktuantong, O., Ogasawara, T., Uezono, M., Chantarawaratit, P. O., & Moriyama, K. (2021). Optimization of Loading Condition for Maxillary Molar Intrusion with Midpalatal Miniscrews by Using Finite Element Analysis. Applied Sciences, 11(24), 11749.
  • Li K, Ishida Y, Hatano-Sato K, Ongprakobkul N, Hosomichi J, Utsumi-Fujita R, Kaneko S, Yamaguchi H, Ono T. Nuclear factor-kappa B decoy oligodeoxynucleotide-loaded poly lactic-co-glycolic acid nanospheres promote periodontal tissue healing after tooth replantation in rats. Journal of Periodontology. March 2022;93(3):458-470.
  • Ongprakobkul N, Ishida Y, Hatano-Sato K, Kai L, Petdachai S, Hosomichi J, Mahatumarat K, Ono T. Effects of local versus systemic administration of CXCR4 inhibitor AMD3100 on orthodontic tooth movement in rats. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. March 2022. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajodo.2021.03.018 [Epub ahead of print]
  • Lekvijittada K, Hosomichi J, Maeda H, Hong H, Changsiripun C, Kuma YI, Oishi S, Suzuki JI, Yoshida KI, Ono T. Intermittent hypoxia inhibits mandibular cartilage growth with reduced TGF-β and SOX9 expressions in neonatal rats. Scientific reports. January 2021;11(1):1-2.
  • Teekavanich, C., Uezono, M., Takakuda, K., Ogasawara, T., Techalertpaisarn, P., & Moriyama, K. Evaluation of Cortical Bone Microdamage and Primary Stability of Orthodontic Miniscrew Using a Human Bone Analogue. Materials. April 2021;14(8):1825.

Contact program

Graduate Studies Office

Faculty of Dentistry

Chulalongkorn University

10th floor, 80 Years Chalerm Navamaraj Building
34 Henri Dunant Road, Pathumwan,
Bangkok 10330,
Thailand

  • Tel. +66 2218 9016
  • Email graddentcu@gmail.com