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.

Adjust dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.

Fit dental appliances in patients' mouths to alter the position and relationship of teeth and jaws or to realign teeth.

Examine patients to assess abnormalities of jaw development, tooth position, and other dental-facial structures.

Diagnose teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.

Provide patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates.

Instruct dental officers and technical assistants in orthodontic procedures and techniques.

Prepare diagnostic and treatment records.

Design and fabricate appliances, such as space maintainers, retainers, and labial and lingual arch wires.

Coordinate orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.