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Military Orthodontists
Median Salary
128,283
Workforce Count
1,031
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Using the latest equipment and techniques, orthodontists examine, diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment of the growing and mature dentofacial structures, to include movement of teeth. They often use braces and aligners to set service members' and their family members' teeth.
What is the work environment like?
Orthodontists work in hospitals and dental clinics on land and aboard ships.
How many people have this role in the Military?
1,031
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$193,085
2 Years
$134,289
6 Years
$193,085
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Officers are service members who plan, direct operations and manage enlisted personnel, developing a broad range of leadership-related skills.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
Orthodontists have a doctorate degree in dental medicine or dental surgery. Orthodontists who participate in military-sponsored residency programs receive renowned education. Like other healthcare officers, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, the military health system, and leadership development. Job-specific training may include:
- Preventive dentistry
- Dental office procedures
- Radiology (X-ray) techniques
- Dental hygiene procedures
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Orthodontics/Orthodontology
Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree
The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
Learn More About Paying For CollegeSkills and Interest
What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Customer and Personal Service
- Biology
- Education and Training
- Computers and Electronics
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Investigative
You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.
Realistic
You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
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