What education is needed to be an orthodontist?
Classes to Take in High School
There aren't many specific classes to take in high school, however it is best to prepare by taking as many science and math classes as possible.
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Classes to Take in College
Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Geometry, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Botany, Marketing, Economics, Accounting, Management, Finance, General biology with lab, General chemistry with lab, General physics with lab, Zoology, Organic chemistry with lab, Biochemistry, Genetics, Developmental biology, Cell and molecular biology, Psychology, Microbiology, Immunology, and Quantitative analysis.
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After getting a bachelors degree in a science or non science major, an up and coming orthodontist must attend a four-year dental school to receive their Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Then, they must take the National Board Dental Examinations and state clinical tests. Once they pass, they can apply for a state dental license. Then, comes a two or three year residency program which after completion qualifies them as an orthodontist. Keeping a high GPA in high school and college is crucial because dental school is very competitive to get into.
What are the Best Colleges for Orthodontics?
The top five colleges for orthodontics in the nation are...
- The University of Michigan School of Dentistry
- UCLA School of Dentistry
- UNC Chapel Hill School of Dentistry
- University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry
- New York University College of Dentistry
What to Major In
While there is not one specific major required to become an orthodontist, here are some that orthodontists commonly major in....
Science Majors
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Non Science Majors
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