Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics is a branch of dentistry concerned with the supervision, guidance and correction of malocclusion as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the growing and mature dentofacial structures.

Major responsibilities of orthodontic department include the diagnosis, prevention, interception and correction of all forms of malocclusion of the teeth and associated alterations in their surrounding structures; design, application and control of functional and corrective appliances; guidance of jaw growth and dentition to attain and maintain optimum relationships in physiologic and aesthetic harmony among dental and facial structures.