What is an orthodontist?
Brace faces be proud. You’re going to have the best lookin’ teeth thanks to your orthodontist. Orthodontists straighten teeth by pushing and pulling teeth this way or that with wires and braces. They also diagnose and treat problems with teeth and tissues in the mouth. You may hate the idea of going to the orthodontist, but the time spent with this doctor now pays off big time later. Say cheese!

How much education do you need?
Most orthodontist careers require a master’s degree or Ph.D., M.D. or J.D. (law degree).

Does this career fit your personality type?
This career is great for investigative, realistic and social types.

SKILLS YOU NEED

Time Mastery Orthodontists are busy! They have to stay on schedule and monitor orthodontic progress to help patients get straighter teeth sooner. Brain Power Practice using your noodle! Orthodontists have to research orthodontic problems and find the best ways to fix them. Writing Good writing skills are important to communicating well with coworkers and documenting orthodontic procedures. Leadership Knowing how to influence decisions helps orthodontists guide people to a life of straighter teeth. Doing Good Orthodontics help people every day with their knowledge and instruction. Straighter and healthier teeth makes for happier people. Teamwork Being a good team player means working with dentists and dental hygienists to give patients the best care possible. Math From estimating space between teeth to determining the size and placement of orthodontics, significant math skills are required. Science This career requires at least two additional years of training in science, math and other skills to graduate up from dentist to orthodontist.

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