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Cephalometric Analyst

DOT Code: 078.384-010

Industry: medical ser.
Alternate Titles: cephalometric technician; cephalometric tracer; tracer

Traces head x rays and illustrates cosmetic result of proposed orthodontic treatment: Traces frontal and lateral head x rays onto transparent paper, using template, compass, protractor, and knowledge of cranial-facial skeletal structure. Traces lower teeth from occlusal x ray or photograph to locate key points defining true curve of lower dental arch. Records cephalometric measurements to prepare data for computer analysis, using electronic data recording equipment. Compiles data from tracings and computer plot sheets to illustrate results of proposed surgery or other orthodontic treatment.

GOE: 02.04.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77