Orthodontist

Orthodontist

Duties and Responsibilities

Orthodontics is a dental specialty which aims to prevent, diagnose  and treat facial and dental irregularities, such as malocclusion(bad bites).

Salary:

Orthodontist working in offices of dentist make a median wage of $196,170 per year, the ones working in offices of other health practitioners have income of $192,600 per year.

Education:

Undergraduate degree: Doctor of Dental Science Degree via the completion of four years of study at an accredited dental school; orthodontics residency. Licensing is required in all states; board certification in orthodontics may be required.

Demand for this particular career:

The demand for this career is high.It is projected to grow 18.3% much faster than average.

Reflection:

I wouldn’t to become a orthodontist just because i don’t think it’s a career for me.