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How long do you have to go to school?
I have a general knowledge of what orthodontics is but I'd like to gain more information. #Orthodontist #college
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Sheila’s Answer
Hi Kylie:
An Orthodontist is a qualified dentist who has completed advanced training in corrective appliances (such as braces) and tooth and jaw alignment. Here's some info on an orthodontist. . . .
An Orthodontist completes an orthodontic residency after graduating dental school. It typically takes a total of 10 to 11 years before they are certified and licensed to practice; that's about four (4) years at an accredited undergraduate school, four (4) years at an accredited dental school and two (2) to three (3) years in an accredited orthodontics residency program.
• Undergraduate School = 4 years
• Dental School = 4 years
• Residency = 2/3 years
Orthodontists in training need to take the following steps before being able to practice:
• Obtain an undergraduate degree
• Pass the Dental Admission Test to be able to apply for dental school
• Complete dental school and residency
• Pass the National Board Dental Examination
• Obtain a license to practice orthodontics as a specialty, which may require a special state exam
Best of luck to you on your journey!
How to Become an Orthodontist • https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/adult-orthodontics/how-to-become-an-orthodontist
Talk to your dentist to see if they could refer you to an orthodontist where you could schedule an informational session to ask questions.
An Orthodontist is a qualified dentist who has completed advanced training in corrective appliances (such as braces) and tooth and jaw alignment. Here's some info on an orthodontist. . . .
An Orthodontist completes an orthodontic residency after graduating dental school. It typically takes a total of 10 to 11 years before they are certified and licensed to practice; that's about four (4) years at an accredited undergraduate school, four (4) years at an accredited dental school and two (2) to three (3) years in an accredited orthodontics residency program.
• Undergraduate School = 4 years
• Dental School = 4 years
• Residency = 2/3 years
Orthodontists in training need to take the following steps before being able to practice:
• Obtain an undergraduate degree
• Pass the Dental Admission Test to be able to apply for dental school
• Complete dental school and residency
• Pass the National Board Dental Examination
• Obtain a license to practice orthodontics as a specialty, which may require a special state exam
Best of luck to you on your journey!
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Rachel’s Answer
10-12 years