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orthodontics

ESCO reuse: sector-specific

The prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth by examining, diagnosis and treating dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies, usually through the application of dental braces.

orthodontics — the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth by examining, diagnosis and treating dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies, usually through the application of dental braces. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › dental studies Also known as: orthodontia, dentofacial orthopedics, diagnosis and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws, dentofacial orthopaedics

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Frequently asked questions

What is orthodontics?

The prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth by examining, diagnosis and treating dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies, usually through the application of dental braces.

What category of skill is orthodontics?

ESCO classifies orthodontics under the knowledge category, specifically in the dental studies subcategory.

How transferable is orthodontics between industries?

ESCO tags orthodontics as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is orthodontics the same as orthodontia?

Yes — orthodontics is also known as orthodontia, dentofacial orthopedics, diagnosis and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws, or dentofacial orthopaedics. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn orthodontics?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands orthodontics and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.