Orthodontist

Duties and Responsibilities

Orthodontics, a specialty within the dental profession, involves straightening teeth and correcting bites. As an orthodontist, you are responsible for locating problems with the positioning of patient’s teeth and with their oral development.

Average Salary: $186,000

Educational Requirements

To become an orthodontist, you need to graduate from dental school with a doctor of dental medicine. But first you’ll need to earn a bachelor’s degree. You will also need to complete residency. In order to become licensed you need to complete an exam.

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