[Note: From time to time, the Commission may change the number of questions to be included in the examination for a particular element and/or the number of answers needed to pass the examination.
An orthodontist is a specialist in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. All orthodontists are dentists, but only about six percent of dentists are orthodontists.Admission to orthodontic programs is extremely competitive and selective. It takes many years to become and orthodontist and the educational requirements are demanding.ll orthodontists are dentists, but only about six percent of dentists are orthodontists. Admission to orthodontic programs is extremely competitive and selective. It takes many years to become and orthodontist and the educational requirements are demanding.
Ever wondered what an orthodontist actually does? Need your teeth straightened or just want more information on this specialism? Well, here we will try and answer some of your questions about this type of dentist, who specializes in fixing teeth that are not âin lineâ and giving you a better smile by directing your teeth into shape!