Hi there. As I recall, most of the photos/pictures came out on the second day for the case-based questions. I was 50/50 after the first day. I wasn't sure how well I did. You just get so drained with all the questions. One mistake I did after the first day was, I went through my notes on some questions I wasn't sure of, and I drove myself crazy thinking " I shouldn't have changed my answer, I was right the first time..." I probably switched at least 5 questions from right to wrong. Always trust your first instinct, guys! Also, I will advice you not to do the same thing I did. It will just stress you out even more.I couldn't sleep that night. BUT, on the second day, it was totally different for me. If I could answer all case-based questions for NBDE, I would. It was a lot easier for me on the second day. I think it helps that I am a Dental Assistant, so I was able to relate well on the questions based on my experience at work. I was confident on the second day.
I studied my butt off for that exam. I gave it my heart and soul. I basically had no life for 3 months other than work and study. It's all about prioritizing what's important for you. I sacrificed a lot to get to where I am now. You guys can do the same, too.
I studied Dental Decks, Mosby's Reviewer, Kaplan online mock exam and previous exams even dated all the way from 1981.
