Orthodontist

Duties and Responsibilities: Fit dental appliances in patients' mouths in order to alter the position and relationship of teeth and jaws, and to realign teeth. Prepare diagnostic and treatment records. Provide patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates. Study diagnostic records such as medical/dental histories, plaster models of the teeth, photos of a patient's face and teeth, and X-rays in order to develop patient treatment plans. Instruct dental officers and technical assistants in orthodontic procedures and techniques. Adjust dental appliances periodically in order to produce and maintain normal function. 

Salary: $127,000

Education: High school, college, dental school, and specialty education.

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