Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.
<ul><li>Study diagnostic records, such as medical or dental histories, plaster models of the teeth, photos of a patient's face and teeth, and X-rays, to develop patient treatment plans.</li><li>Adjust dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.</li><li>Fit dental appliances in patients' mouths to alter the position and relationship of teeth and jaws or to realign teeth.</li><li>Diagnose teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.</li><li>Examine patients to assess abnormalities of jaw development, tooth position, and other dental-facial structures.</li><li>Provide patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates.</li><li>Instruct dental officers and technical assistants in orthodontic procedures and techniques.</li><li>Prepare diagnostic and treatment records.</li><li>Design and fabricate appliances, such as space maintainers, retainers, and labial and lingual arch wires.</li><li>Coordinate orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.</li></ul>