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Orthodontists straighten teeth, fix jaw alignment, fit braces and aligners, and perform dental surgery while ensuring patient care.

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How do I become an Orthodontist?

Get qualified to work as an Orthodontist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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The typical weekly salary for an Orthodontist in Australia is approximately $2,640, which translates to an annual salary of around $137,000. Increase your earning capacity by undertaking post-graduate qualifications in specialist areas like public health or business administration.

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There are 1,400 Dental Specialists currently employed across Australia, this includes qualified Orthodontists. They mainly work in private practice but some are employed by government health providers.

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Becoming a fully qualified Orthodontist in Australia is a long-term commitment to your education and professional development. The steps are as follows:

  1. Complete a degree that covers human anatomy, biochemistry, and physiology such as the Bachelor of Biomedicine or Bachelor of Health Science.
  2. Pass the Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT).
  3. Complete a Doctor of Dental Surgery.
  4. Undertake at least 2 x years of clinical experience as a dentist.
  5. Complete a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) — or similar orthodontic course that is recognised by the Australian Dental Council.
  6. Register as a Specialist in Orthodontics with AHPRA.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2024

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Orthodontist careers

Orthodontists are qualified dentists who focus on straightening teeth, fixing jaw alignment problems, and helping their clients achieve a beautiful smile. They perform dental surgery as well as configure and fit metal braces, clear aligners, expansion plates, bite-correcting springs, and other dental appliances.

As an Orthodontist you could be conducting an oral exam on a new patient, examining dental x-rays, fitting a set of clear-aligners for a patient, fixing an uncomfortable wire on metal braces, discussing a change to the treatment plan of a long-term client, having a team meeting with all staff at the dental practice, updating patient records, or just having a quick coffee in between appointments.

To succeed in this occupation you must be committed to academic and technical excellence in dentistry and have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

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