Orthodontist
Corrects misaligned teeth and jaws using orthodontic appliances and biomechanical principles.
Career Overview
Growth Outlook: Very HighOrthodontists 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