Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists

pcsortho.org  

Information for the Public

The American Association of Orthodontists' public website (www.braces.org) offers a variety of information for the public, including patients and potential patients of orthodontists.

This includes:

• what orthodontics is and what an orthodontist does
  
  
• concerns of parents regarding care for their children
  
  
• information about orthodontic treatment for adults
  
  
• a referral system for finding an orthodontist in your area.

There's also a glossary of orthodontic terms.

Considering A Career in Orthodontics?

The AAO also offers information on careers in orthodontics including a listing of dental schools that have approved training programs.

Potential future orthodontists may also be interested in the requirements for membership in the American Association of Orthodontics and the PCSO and other information about the PCSO.