Orthodontist

Orthodontist

Duties and Responsibilities: Orthodontists are specialized dentists who work to improve their patients' smiles through correcting teeth alignment and guiding proper facial development.An orthodontist, you are responsible for locating problems with the positioning of patients' teeth and with their oral development. You could use x-rays or plaster molds of your patients' teeth to do this. You will then use dental appliances, such as braces, retainers and space maintainers, to correct these problems for the purpose of providing better function, appearance and facial development.

Salary: $ 192,600 per year

Education: Orthodontists are dentists who specialize in diagnosing dental abnormalities and realigning teeth. After earning an undergraduate degree in order to gain admission to a dental school, prospective orthodontists must earn a professional degree in dentistry. After completing dental school, aspiring orthodontists pursue a post-degree training program or a 1-2-year residency in orthodontics. All orthodontists must be licensed to practice.

Demand: Career Outlook and Job Demand for Orthodontists

In the field of orthodontics, employment is projected to grow faster than most careers. An orthodontist who stays up to date with the latest technologies and techniques through continuing education will be more likely to find open job positions. The Bureau of Labor Statistic's Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts growth of orthodontist positions of 21% by 2020.

Reflection: No because I am not interested in this career.