2. Description of the job
• Orthodontists examine, diagnose, and treat dental abnormalities.
They design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to
produce and maintain normal function and to improve
appearance.
• Orthodontists make around $221,930 per year
• Hourly, around $106.44
3. Required Education
• Four years of dental schooling, Undergraduate degree; Doctor of
Dental Science degree
• Licensing is required in every state, but requirements vary.
4. Colleges to obtain degree
• University of Louisville
• University of Kentucky
• University of Florida
• University of Alabama
• Ohio State
5. Job Outlook
• The demand for Orthodontists is rising much faster than average.
Between 2014 and 2024 it’s expected to grow 18.3%
