Orthodontist

Duties and responsibilities:  a specialty within the dental profession, involves straightening teeth and correcting bites. As an orthodontist, you are responsible for locating problems with the positioning of patients' teeth and with their oral development. You might use x-rays or plaster molds of your patients' teeth to do this.

Salary: orthodontists working in offices of dentists have a median wage of $196,170 per year

Education: Prospective orthodontists must normally complete a four-year undergraduate degree, typically a bachelor's of science, before moving on to dental school. While a degree is not required by all dental schools, it is usually recommended and may give prospects an edge when applying for admission.

Demand or need for this profession: employment is projected to grow faster than most careers. An orthodontist who stays stay up to date with the latest technologies and techniques through continuing education will be more likely to find open job positions.