The
American Board of Orthodontics is nationally recognized as the highest standard of excellence in orthodontics through competency assessments. There are different aspects and levels to how one is deemed board certified. Certification to the board requires multiple boxes to be checked off: completion of a graduate program in orthodontia or Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine, but also completion of a CODA accredited residency in orthodontics.
What an
ABO certification suggests is not just a necessary level of competency and training for an orthodontist but also a commitment to excellence in the field. And in an industry that takes the health of others into their hands, it’s incredibly important to have a drive to be the best and most professional at what you do. That’s why at Colorado Orthodontics, we strive to boast the most comprehensive staff of board certified orthodontists.
The American Board of Orthodontics is the oldest and most respected governing body in the field of orthodontics. It was founded nearly 100 years ago in 1929 and has spent every year since then making sure all professional orthodontists meet their standards and promote progress in the field. A series of tests and evaluation goes into certifying qualifying orthodontists and it can take as long as 10 years to achieve this feat. So a team of board certified orthodontists is nothing to blink at.
As mentioned above, an orthodontist seeking a certification from the board must first have a graduate level degree in dentistry or orthodontics and have completed a multi-year residency in an accompanying position to qualify. The next step is to complete a written examination, administered by the board, to further explore and evaluate the skills of the orthodontist. After this is completed, a certificate is awarded to the doctor but they must go through the proper renewal process each year to ensure continued competency.
To remain members in good standing and maintain a certificate, an orthodontist must follow the renewal procedures for each period that their certificate expires. Because the board is required to remain financially independent, their budgets each year are boosted by the fees of members and examination fees. In this way, the board can continue to ensure that only the best and most competent dentists are working in the field while maintaining their own function and financial freedom. This also prevents any biases from the board or monetary favors.
At
Colorado Orthodontics we’re proud to say every orthodontist on staff is an ABO certified dental professional or is in the process of completing their certification. This ensures safety and security during your orthodontics procedures. Make sure any dental professional you see is certified and competent in their area and make sure you’re getting the best possible care for your oral health.
