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The difference between a dentist and orthadontist is basicly that an othadotist speacializingin the science of realining the jaw and teeth which is why thry slap braces on your face, a dentist just helps you with overall dental health ex plaque removal teeth whitaning etc
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoOrthodontics is dentistry, and orthopaedics is for bone care Orthodontics is a special field of dentistry that aims to treat bad bites and to correct teeth alignment through braces, corrective procedures and other appliances.
Dental-facial Orthopaedics is a dental specialty that includes the diagnosis, prevention, interception and correction of bad bites, as well as neuromuscular and skeletal irregularity of the developing or mature oral-facial structures.
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∙ 12y agoNo, Orthodontist and dentist do not do the same work, A orthordonist will help your teeth by giving you braces or ratanier. but a denist will pull teeth, clean them etc, a othordontist does not touch you teeth.
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∙ 8y agoBoth are dentists, however, the orthodontist has specialized in the alignment of teeth and treatment for disease & disorders involving the alignment and positioning of teeth (called anomalies).
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The orthodontist is a dentist, but not all dentists are orthodontists. Dentist diagnoses and treats problems in the cavity of the mouth. Orthodontists treat misalignments in the mouth, called malocclusions, such as extra teeth, crowded teeth, congenitally missing teeth, and spacing problems.
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∙ 8y agoWell, an orthodontist works on braces, spacers, and retainers those kind of things. Whereas, a dentist cleans teeth, fills cavities and informs you with knowledgeable facts about teeth.
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∙ 13y agoin orthodontist is not better than a dentist he just makes more money!
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How do you spell orthodontist?
The correct spelling is "orthodontist."
What is the plural of orthodontist?
"Orthodontists" is the plural of orthodontist.
How much is an orthodontist's salary?
An orthodontist's salray is $77,000.
What is a specialist that straightens teeth called?
Orthodontist
Where are braces made?
factorys for orthodontist factorys for orthodontist
Do you need to see a specialist dentists to get invisalign?
You need an orthodontist. An Orthodontist is someone who specializes in braces. Your orthodontist may be able to give you invisalign or they may send you to an Orthodontist who can.
Do the orthodonist but braces on?
Actually No, The Orthodontist assistant does. The Orthodontist just tells them what needs to be done. The Orthodontist assisant does most of the work. But the Orthodontist has to know what he is doing in order to tell the assistants what to do.
What do you need to do to to prepare to be a orthodontist?
What do i need to do to prepare for being a orthodontist?
What is a sentence for the word orthodontist?
An orthodontist can treat many problems that people have with their teeth.
What o.p do you need for an orthodontist?
You need an O.P 25 to become an orthodontist.... ROD!
What part of body does your orthodontist look after?
your teeth.(like mine) when you have braces you need an orthodontist.
Do you need a special talent to be a orthodontist?
No. You need special training and a professional license to be an orthodontist.
