Orthodontist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Orthodontist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Collaborate with assistants to take care of dental problems
Perform examinations to assess patient needs
Design and create teeth molds
Educate patients about improving and maintaining orthodontic care, and promoting routine dental health care
Administer medication to address patient discomfort during procedures
Foster an environment where patients are comfortable and understand their health is our top priority
Fit patients for dentures, braces, and other orthodontic appliances
Assess the severity of conditions such as underbites, overbites, spacing, crowding and others
Tightening braces on a regular basis, or as needed

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Orthodontist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Orthodontist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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