Meaning & History. From the medieval Latin masculine name Angelus which was derived from the name of the heavenly creature (itself derived from the Greek word Î±Î³Î³ÎµÎ»Î¿Ï (angelos) meaning messenger). It has never been very common in the English-speaking world, where it is sometimes used as a feminine name in modern times.
1 Have the equivalent of at least two years clinical experience as a dentist. 2  Complete an accredited three year full-time university degree in orthodontics. 3  Be registered as a Specialist in Orthodontics.
The main focus for someone in college is to get into dental school. Then you have to be in the top (5-10%) of your dental school class to get into orthodontics. As long as you meet the pre-requisite courses, there is no required undergrad major when applying to dental school.