WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS: A PRIMER

The Philippine Board of Orthodontics (PBO) Written Examination is a gauge of an orthodontist’s knowledge of Orthodontics and related subjects. It is important for a practitioner to have ample educational background and a thorough understanding of all matters relating to orthodontic treatment before practicing as a qualified orthodontist.  The examination will have two hundred forty (240) multiple choice questions to be answered by examinees within a given time frame of four (4) hours.

The Phase II examination is available to any qualified practicing orthodontist who has never taken the written examination or was unsuccessful on a prior examination. Residents of accredited orthodontic programs may take it in the year of their graduation or if they have completed eighteen (18) months of their program at the time of the examination. Those who have previously graduated from an accredited university and hold recognized Certificates of Proficiency in Orthodontics may also take the examination for as long as they meet all the requirements set by the PBO. Previous candidates who passed Phase 1 may also still register for the Phase II.