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Duties and Responsibilities The duties of a periodontist revolve around the specialty of treating and working with the gums. You may complete procedures, surgical and non surgical. Periodontists also plan treatment and the care plans of their patients. Your work environment may be anywhere you wish.  Salary $192,680 - $305, 820 Education The education path of a Periodontist is highly similar to that of a dentist. You must earn a Bachelor's degree. You must enter residency and take courses of any science. You will eventually need to pass an exam and be licensed.  Demand for career This career is important because it specializes in gums and the bones invloved. Without them it would be hard to be informed of ones oral health Reflection This career does not really intrest me. I would not want to be it. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main concept of an Orthodontist is to correct teeth alignment and guide proper facial development. They straighten teeth and correct bites. The responsibility of an Orthodontist is to locate and position their oral development. They may use x rays and plaster molds to identify a patients needs. They also apply dental appliances such as braces, retainers, and space maintainers. They must plan custom treatment plans to each individual patient. Orthodontists may guide, supervise, and instruct orthodontic technicians.  SALARY $188,000  EDUCATION The first step in becoming an Orthodontist is to attend and graduate a dental school with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM). Required courses include chemistry, biology, physics, and organic chemistry. You must take a Dental Acceptance Test (DAT). You will receive clinical training and experience. From there courses depend on with dental field you choose to ente...