Specialties and roles
Orthodontist
A dental specialist who corrects crooked teeth and bite problems, often with braces or aligners.
An orthodontist is a dentist with extra training in how teeth and jaws grow and how to guide them into better alignment. They treat crowding, gaps and bite problems with braces, aligners and other appliances, and they see children, teens and adults. Patients often come for a consultation first. Orthodontic fees are usually quoted as a total with monthly payments.
Example at the front desk
The orthodontist has a free consult Thursday, and I booked the teen for it.