Orthodontist

**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Patient Assessment**: Conduct thorough evaluations of patients’ oral health, dental history, and any specific concerns to determine the need for orthodontic treatment.
- **Diagnosis & Treatment Planning**: Diagnose malocclusions, bite irregularities, and other dental issues. Develop individualized treatment plans and explain options to patients and their families.
- **Braces and Appliance Fitting**: Fit and adjust braces, clear aligners, retainers, and other orthodontic devices. Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to devices over the course of treatment.
- **Patient Education**: Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and care for orthodontic appliances, ensuring they understand their treatment options and what to expect.
- **Collaboration**: Work with general dentists, dental hygienists, and other specialists to provide integrated care and treatment options for patients.
- **Record-Keeping**: Maintain accurate patient records and treatment histories, including progress notes and X-ray interpretations, in compliance with health regulations.
- **Follow-Up Care**: Monitor patient progress during and after the treatment process, including ensuring proper retention and monitoring for relapse.
- **Staying Current**: Keep up-to-date with advancements in orthodontic techniques, technologies, and best practices. Attend professional development opportunities, workshops, and continuing education.

**Qualifications**:

- **Education**: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree; completion of an accredited orthodontic residency program.
- **Licensing/Certification**: Board-certified orthodontist with a valid state license to practice orthodontics. Continuing education and certification as required by the state or region.
- **Experience**: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an orthodontist preferred. Experience with a wide range of orthodontic treatments, including traditional braces and clear aligners.
- **Skills**:

- Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills with patients, staff, and colleagues.
- Compassionate and patient-centric approach to care.
- Ability to diagnose and treat complex orthodontic cases.
- **Other Requirements**:

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Familiarity with orthodontic software and technology for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Pay: From AED15,000.00 per month