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An orthodontist specializes in the correction of uneven or irregularly spaced teeth and jaws with braces, retainers and other dental appliances. An orthodontist is a specialized dentist who deals with the prevention and treatment of malocclusions. It is a highly focused field pursued by both men and women in equal numbers. Orthodontic procedures are performed by only licensed and trained dentists. An orthodontist performs a number of functions including treatment for crooked teeth, cross bites, open bites, facial abnormalities and overbites among others. Orthodontic treatment is an important part of general health and millions of people have benefitted from this particular profession. These professionals not just assess, prevent and treat dental and facial abnormalities but indirectly help the patients in improving their confidence and self-esteem.
Orthodontists diagnose the problems after having a thorough look at x-rays reports and decide on a plan of treatment. They also perform oral surgery and treat patients with cosmetic issues. Many orthodontists also perform treatment for purely cosmetic reasons on demands of affected patients. An orthodontic can specialize in different departments such as oral surgery, cosmetic orthodontics and pediatric orthodontics etc. This is a promising career and is equally rewarding.
Those who wish to study dentistry in Britain need to have good GCSE and A level grades. Qualifications include five or more GCSEs (Grade A-C), including English, Math and Science, plus three A levels at grades AAA to ABB. One will need to take UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) for admission in dentistry and related fields. The course duration is of five years after which one gets certification of BDS or BChD. The degree enables one to start his/her own practice. Furthermore, one can start working as a general dental practitioner (GDP), or as a dentist’s assistant while studying for the Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF). A dentist must apply for a three-year postgraduate MSc (Master of Science) in Orthodontic Dentistry to become an orthodontist.
If one wishes to make a career as an orthodontist in USA, he or she will need to hold a bachelor's degree and graduate from an accredited 4-year dental school. Upon completion of dental school, orthodontist will have to go through an additional three years of specialized orthodontic training program. In order to offer his/her services to the public, an orthodontist will have to get license from a state licensing board. Additional certifications can also be obtained from the American Dental Association and the American Board of Orthodontists. One of the most important requirements of this course is in-depth dental and medical knowledge through academic study and hands-on practice.
In India, premier institutes offering courses in dentistry, orthodontics and related subjects are:-
Bangalore Institute Of Dental Science Hospital, Bangalore
Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College & Hospital, Kolkata
Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Dental College and Hospital, Pune
Dental College & Hospital, Lucknow
Christian Dental College, Ludhiana
College Of Dental Surgery, Manipal
Dental College, Trivandrum
Govt. Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai
Moulana Azad Medical Collage, Dental Wing, New Delhi
S.M.S. Medical College, Dental Wing, Jaipur
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