Philosophy:

To provide the highest quality care to our patients, Delivered in a manner that will have a positive
influence on the lives of those we come in contact with. We will be gentle, understanding, friendly and
caring. We will treat our patients as we would our family.

Typical Tasks:

 Consult with patients about malocclusions with their teeth and plan appropriate orthodontic
treatment, such as braces, headgears, or retainers
 Perform corrective work such as straightening teeth
 Regularly tighten patient's braces and retainers during frequent check-ups
 Educate patients to help eat certain foods and clean their braces properly
 Cement braces onto patient's teeth and make moulds of their mouths
 Supervise orthodontic technicians and other staff

Qualities: Orthodontists must have good health, eyesight, and good finger and manual dexterity.
They must have a gentle, delicate touch and a good degree of mechanical aptitude and ability.
They require great interpersonal skills, and can communicate with all of their patients, trying to
make them feel more comfortable. They should especially like working with children, as
orthodontists are treating so many youngsters these days. Successful orthodontists enjoy doing
precise work with tools and equipment, and helping people treat diseases of the mouth.

First Step:

You have to get at least a 2-year undergrad program but most dental schools expect a full 4-year
bachelor’s degree. They must be based on Life Sciences, with one 2 semesters of biochemistry, 2
semesters of human or animal physiology and a 2 semesters of humanities or social sciences.

Then

you have to take the Dental Admissions Test (DAT). This lets you be able to apply to Dental school.
Once you pass the test you need to apply to an accredited Dental school for the 4-year program. Once
graduated with at least a mid-B in all subjects, you will have a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of
Dental Medicine Degree.

List of Accredited Canadian Dental Schools in Canada

West Ontario
X0 University of Saskatchewan X5 University of Toronto
X1 University of Alberta X6 University of Western Ontario
X2 University of British Columbia  
X3 University of Manitoba Québec
  X7 McGill University
East X8 Université de Montréal
X4 Dalhousie University X9 Université Laval
You are then qualified as a dentist. You will need to apply and complete an additional 3-year Orthodontist
specialty program. The only schools in Canada that have accredited Orthodontics programs are

Program Degree School City Province/Stat Countr  

e y

Craniofacial Master The University of Vancouver British Canada

Science Combined British Columbia - Columbia
MSc and Diploma Faculty of
in Orthodontics Dentistry Dental
School

Craniofacial Doctorat The University of Vancouver British Canada

Science Combined e British Columbia - Columbia
PhD and Diploma Faculty of
in Orthodontics Dentistry Dental
School

Orthodontics Doctorat University of Edmonton Alberta Canada

e Alberta - Faculty
of Medicine &
Dentistry Dental
School

Orthodontics Master Faculty of Toronto Ontario Canada

Dentistry at the
University of
Toronto Dental
School

Orthodontics Master University of Edmonton Alberta Canada

Alberta - Faculty
of Medicine &
Dentistry Dental
School

Orthodontics Master University of Winnipeg Manitoba Canada

Manitoba -
Faculty of
Dentistry Dental
School

Orthodontics Master The University of London Ontario Canada

(M.Cl.D.) Western Ontario -
Schulich School of
Medicine &
Dentistry Dental
School

Sciences dentaires Master; Faculté de Québec Québec Canada

Co-op médecine dentaire
 de l'Université
Laval Dental
School

To be certified, you need to pass a test administered by the American Board of Orthodontics which
includes a clinical and written exam. Videos- http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-become-an-orthodontist

Average Salary:

 Orthodontists make between $78,000 – $165,000 a year plus bonuses.

 Long time Orthodontist with an established business can make between $400,000 -$500,000
 Hourly rate is between $50-$150.

Work Places

 Most orthodontists work in private practices or they may be employed in hospitals, clinics, public
health facilities or universities. Directly upon graduation, orthodontists may engage in private
practice, however, these days, partnerships with established dental practitioners and group
practices are becoming increasingly popular. Better opportunities exist in smaller towns and city
centers where the market has yet to be saturated.

Working Conditions

 Well-lit offices and clinics

 30-40 hours per week

 8-hour days

 Some weekends

 On-call in case of patient emergencies

VIDEO

Dr. D’Alosio

 B.Sc. degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1984.

 Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1988 from the University of Western Ontario;
Orthodontic Award.

 University of Detroit, Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics in 1990.

 His Master's thesis was published in the American Journal of Orthodontics in 1992.

 Other publications include a functional appliance study published in the Canadian Dental
Journal in 1989

 He is the president of the Sudbury Dental Society

 A member of the Student’s Committee of the Ontario Dental Association.

 The American and Canadian Orthodontic Associations.

D’Aloisio Orthodontics uses state-of-the-art digital radiographic and photographic equipment

and computer software.
We use a no-paper filing system, which means quick and easy access to any patient’s file at
any computer in our office and less paper waste to help keep our planet green!
We have a computer at every chair to ensure quick and easy access to patient charts,
photographic and radiographic records without having to leave the patient and handling paper
and traditional radiographs.

 He has daily morning meetings to discuss improvements to their everyday client care and service.
 He has monthly training days where the staff is educated on the latest orthodontic information,
quality assurance, and office protocols and services.
 Dr. D’Aloisio takes courses year-round
 He goes to dental and orthodontic conferences in Canada and the United States to learn about the
latest information and products that can benefit his patients