The job of an orthodontist
Summary
- What is an orthodontist ?
- Difference with a dentist
What is an orthodontist ?
Dental specialist
Position of their teeth or jaw
Correct -> crooked
Braces or aligners
What do orthodontist do ?
X-rays & photos
Braces, aligners or other devices
Check & adjust
Plan a treatment
Retainer
Examine
Who are the patients ?
Adults
Teenagers
Children
Adults can need orthodontic treatment too.
Where do they work ?
-> Private clinics -> Liberal professionals
What qualities do you need to be an orthodontist ?
✅ Very precise and patient✅ Good at science, especially biology ✅ To be friendly and to listen ✅ Carefully with your hands
What is the difference with a dentist ?
A dentist -> health of the teeth = cavities or cleaning. They study -> move teeth and fix bite problems.
Studies and school path
Medicine or dental surgery
-> Dental school for 6 years. -> Specialization in orthodontics. Total = 9 to 10 years. Important -> science path, especially with biology, maths, and physics.
How much do they earn ?
Good salary Between 6,000 and 15,000 euros per month.
Advantages ✅ and disadvantages ❌
✅ You help people feel better about their appearance and their health.✅ Clean and calm place. ✅ Salary is good, and you can have flexible hours.
❌ Studies are long and difficult, tiring because you work many hours standing up. ❌ Stay concentrated.
Why did i choose this job ?
- My sister had to wear braces.
References
https://www.onisep.fr/ressources/univers-metier/metiers/orthodontistehttps://www.hellowork.com/fr-fr/metiers/orthodontiste.html https://www.letudiant.fr/metiers/secteur/medical/orthodontiste.html
The job of an orthodontist
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The job of an orthodontist
Summary
What is an orthodontist ?
Dental specialist
Position of their teeth or jaw
Correct -> crooked
Braces or aligners
What do orthodontist do ?
X-rays & photos
Braces, aligners or other devices
Check & adjust
Plan a treatment
Retainer
Examine
Who are the patients ?
Adults
Teenagers
Children
Adults can need orthodontic treatment too.
Where do they work ?
-> Private clinics -> Liberal professionals
What qualities do you need to be an orthodontist ?
✅ Very precise and patient✅ Good at science, especially biology ✅ To be friendly and to listen ✅ Carefully with your hands
What is the difference with a dentist ?
A dentist -> health of the teeth = cavities or cleaning. They study -> move teeth and fix bite problems.
Studies and school path
Medicine or dental surgery
-> Dental school for 6 years. -> Specialization in orthodontics. Total = 9 to 10 years. Important -> science path, especially with biology, maths, and physics.
How much do they earn ?
Good salary Between 6,000 and 15,000 euros per month.
Advantages ✅ and disadvantages ❌
✅ You help people feel better about their appearance and their health.✅ Clean and calm place. ✅ Salary is good, and you can have flexible hours.
❌ Studies are long and difficult, tiring because you work many hours standing up. ❌ Stay concentrated.
Why did i choose this job ?
References
https://www.onisep.fr/ressources/univers-metier/metiers/orthodontistehttps://www.hellowork.com/fr-fr/metiers/orthodontiste.html https://www.letudiant.fr/metiers/secteur/medical/orthodontiste.html