Orthodontist examining and diagnosing dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies, designing and fitting appliances to realign teeth and jaws while providing treatment plans and instructing dental staff in procedures
Experience
Orthodontist
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Examined patients to assess abnormalities of jaw development, tooth position, and other dental-facial structures
Studied diagnostic records, including medical histories, plaster models, photos, and X-rays, to develop patient treatment plans
Fitted dental appliances in patients' mouths to alter the position and relationship of teeth and jaws
Adjusted dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function
Provided patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates
Instructed dental officers and technical assistants in orthodontic procedures and techniques
Skills
Hands-On Work
Adjusting dental devices, Fabricating medical devices