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.
In brief: Training. Most Orthodontists want to see at least a high school diploma. Trade school training as a Dental Assistant useful but not mandatory. Many (if not most) Orthodontists train their own assistants in their offices. They're looking for bright personality, little or no body art, clean appearance, willingness to learn/to be challenged/to like kids.