3. Education and training High school science classes 4 years in Dental school Laboratory work, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, and physiology. 2 years treating patients in dental clinics
4. Salary More than $300,000 per year $100.00 per hour Lowest to highest Orthodontist low less than $100,000 Highest paid earn over $400,000 per year
5. Benefits and employment 2006-2016 Employment growth: 9% Number of new jobs created 2006-2016: 800 Employment 2006 : 9,200 Employment 2016: 10,000
6. Work activities The first thing an orthodontist must do with any patient is assess the state of his teeth and mouth. Orthodontist most of the time work with pre-teens or teenagers. After the assessment of the patient is made, the orthodontist has her staff make an appointment.