Job Descriptions

Some of the Responsibilities include: • Using various diagnostic tests to determine the condition of patients’ teeth. • Studying patient records, including dental histories, plaster models of teeth, and X-rays to develop treatment plans for patients. • Discussing treatment plans and cost estimates with patients. • Treating occlusion issues and other oral conditions. • Instructing assistants on orthodontic procedures and techniques. • Collaborating with other specialists, such as dentists and oral surgeons, to coordinate orthodontic services within the overall treatment plan. • Fitting patients for various orthodontic appliances. • Scheduling regular checkups with patients to make adjustments to orthodontic appliances, such as tightening braces, and tracking patient progress. • Educating patients about on-going orthodontic care and explaining proper oral hygiene methods for good oral health. • Providing referrals to other professionals, such as oral surgeons, when needed.

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