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.
What Kind of Education Do I Need to Become an Orthodontist? If you want to become an orthodontist, you'll need to start by completing a bachelor's degree, followed by dental school, which will grant you a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM). After dental school, you'll need to complete a specialized post-doctorate degree in orthodontics. While dental schools don't require a specific bachelor's degree major for entry, pre-dentistry degrees are available to help you fill the math and science requirements for admission into dental school.