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Orthodontist
Arrr, matey! In the world of dentistry, orthodontists be the treasure hunters of perfect smiles. In the high seas of the dental profession, ye'll find a bounty of opportunities to boost yer patients' confidence and fill yer coffers with gold. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a steady hand, ye can sail the waters of one of the most respected professions in the healthcare fleet.
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Curious about being a orthodontist? Here's the honest picture - what you'd really do, what you'd earn, and every way in. No need to decide anything yet.
What you'd actually do
As an orthodontist on the high seas of dentistry, ye be responsible for diagnosing and treating misaligned teeth. Ye'll work closely with yer crew of patients to chart out individual treatment plans that take into account both functional and aesthetic goals. With the latest technologies, like 3D printing and digital impressions, ye'll be able to achieve precise results. Plus, ye'll often be involved in educating and advising yer crew, which requires strong communication skills.
1Conducting dental examinations and diagnoses
2Creating individual treatment plans
3Monitoring the progress of patients
Career progression & pay
01
Getting in
Junior Orthodontist
₲50,000
Dental License
Ye start yer career in a practice and gather initial experience in patient care.
02
Building up
Orthodontist
₲80,000
3-5 years of experience
Ye take on more responsibility and lead yer own treatments.
03
At the top
Senior Orthodontist
₲120,000
Specialist in Orthodontics
Ye be an expert in yer field and perform complex treatments.
Degrees that lead here via Medicine and Dentistry
Applied Medical Sciences
University College London
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Dental Therapy
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
The University of Kent
Apprenticeships that lead here
No apprenticeship standard maps directly yet - the university or college route is the main way in.
Organisations in this field
Bupa Dental Care
A leading provider of dental care in the UK.
MyDentist
One of the largest dental chains in the UK.
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