Orthodontist

Corrects misaligned teeth and jaws using orthodontic appliances and biomechanical principles.

Career Overview

Growth Outlook: Very High

Orthodontists diagnose malocclusions, design corrective treatment plans, and apply braces, aligners, and orthopedic devices to guide tooth and jaw alignment. They use advanced imaging, cephalometric analysis, and growth assessment to improve function, aesthetics, and long-term oral health.

Top Skills

  • Biomechanics
  • Treatment planning
  • Imaging analysis
  • Appliance design

Education Pathway

  • 12th Science
  • BDS
  • MDS Orthodontics

Suggested UG Degrees

  • BDS

PG / Advancement Options

  • MDS Orthodontics
  • aligner therapy certifications

Also Known As

  • Braces Specialist
  • Dentofacial Orthopedist