Orthodontist Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:Orthodontist 

Qualification: BDS, MDS

Experience: 10+ years.

Skills: Technical, analytical and communication skills.

• Provide treatment for various forms of malocclusion and teeth irregularity
• Perform diagnostic tests using x-rays and plaster molds to locate the position of a dental problem
• Fit braces, brackets, and other teeth appliances in patients’ mouth to correct teeth positioning
• Schedule routine check-ups to track treatment progress and adjust dental appliances as required
• Proffer recommendations to patients on proper dental care and hygiene necessary
• Work with orthodontist assistant to ensure patients receive adequate teeth care
• Perform dentofacial orthopedics to improve the general appearance of patients
• Determine if applied braces are due to be removed
• Assist patients in resolving dental or oral problems such as speech impairments and gum disease
• Develop treatment plans to address individual patient problem
• Design and model teeth appliances such as retainers, lingual arch wires, and brackets
• Liaise with other orthodontists and health care professionals to coordinate orthodontic services for patients
• Provide patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates.
• Study patients’ dental records and medical history to determine type and severity of teeth condition
• Provide patients with cost estimates and details of a treatment plan
• Inspect dental equipment and appliances to ensure they function normally.
• Examine patients to assess abnormalities of jaw development, tooth position, and other dental-facial structures.
• Design and fabricate appliances, such as space maintainers, retainers, and labial and lingual arch wires.