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Hey! I need some input and advice! I’m 20 years old and currently am a nationally certified expanded functions dental assistant. I finished school in November and got a job right away! I am planning on going to dental school but I’m trying to find the best route to take! I still need to get my...

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I am having trouble deciding whether or not I should try and do a 2 year masters for this upcoming school year after not receiving any offers this cycle. I have one in particular in mind at my current university that has been recommended to me. This past year was my first application cycle. I...

Hello, Since my chances of getting into Canadian dental schools are very very slim to being zero and I wont waste time pursuing it but I have decided a dental hygienist is the second best to it. I have applied to a private school that is accredited, did the entry examination and got in. I have...

Hello All, I am currently a senior in college aiming to apply for the upcoming Dental cycle. I was just wondering if anybody knows how many rec letters are required to apply or even if there is a website that has every schools requirement? Anything will help! Thanks!

Hi guys, I got accepted to both programs and I'm still waiting to hear back from MWU's 2 year MBS program in IL since I am a resident here, if someone can chime in on their input on these two programs based on the workload, class schedules, input if they retook the DAT after completing the...

Current Endo resident here extremely interested in OMFS. Is it possible and practical to practice concurrently as an endodontist and oral surgeon? I know endodontists that place implants, but I'm more interested in the broader scope of OS in addition to endo. Any feedback from practicing or...

Hello! I am looking for an assistant for the wreb exam in may at UCSF. Anyone have any suggestions? Where can I get patients? or is anyone interested in becoming a patient? we do free Diagnostics and Xrays at our office and if qualified, we will offer free treatments or compensation. Thank you!

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What's up guys, I was thankful enough to be accepted to both Creighton and UPenn. I am just curious as to what your thoughts are with regards to both programs. Some background: -I am fairly interested in specializing, but not sure in what specifically. -Both locations are far from my hometown...

What laptop do you believe is the best for dental school and why? Going laptop shopping soon :alien:

Hey guys! So I am a little confused on what I should do regarding dental school. So I applied this cycle and did not get any interview invites but got the Creighton Wait list opportunity. I did also apply to a few special masters programs as back up. I applied to WesternU MSMS, MSBS and...

Hey everyone, I will be applying for Dental School in the upcoming cycle. I am getting a LOR from an instructor at my 4 year university and another from a dentist. For my third letter, I was thinking about asking my chemistry professor (PhD) whom I have kept in contact with for over 3 years...

Hello all! I am considered an international student even though I have spent most of my life in the states (since 3rd grade), and finished my undergrad here. So when I apply, I have to look at OOS/international student friendly schools. Here's my working list, and I don't know how many (or...

Hey guys, This is my first post and I'd really appreciate any feedback! I graduated last May, and took this year off to travel/study for the DAT. Dental school is undoubtedly the goal. I have done research outside of SDN about which route to take but keep getting conflicting answers. I want to...

To those individuals that are in dental school right now, I need help with my personal statement. I have a rough draft down but I need opinions on what you guys think of it so far. If you would like to read my essay, please message me. I would really appreciate it. Thank you guys!

I was talking to a Dentist I had shadowed a while back about specializing and was looking towards Endodontics (Assuming I keep my grades up XD ). My only concern is the Job outlook. It seems more and more General Dentists are performing Root canals. Is this something I should be worried about...

I know LECOM has a post bac/masters program that guarantees an interview to their dental school.Which other schools do this too?

Hey guys! I know there are a lot of Facebook groups already in place to help us. HOWEVER, you can never have to many resources. Please join my group, "The One Where We Get Into Dental School," I would love to see my group grow with people whom share the same interest. Let me just say, I...

I was accepted into UofL a couple months ago.. but now I have also gotten into UDM. I dont know which I should pick. Some things that are important to me are: -where I can be most successful (is one less difficult/stressful than the other?) -where I will be put in a positive position to...

Hi is there anyone who fits all of that? I have a few questions, and hearing from someone who is/has been in this position would be really helpful. There is definitely a lot of information on this site, but I have noticed in terms of residencies/matching - I've only seen 1 international student...

I never actually wanted to be a dentist. When I was young, my Asian parents enforced the importance of getting good grades. They would always get extra help (tutors) for my brothers and I, even when we did not need it. I excelled in my class and consistently got top marks because it made me feel...

Hello, i just got accepted to barry's Biomedical Sciences (MS) program for fall 2018. Wanted to get some input on those who are currently in the program. How is it? I am doing the one year track, i know its going to be rigorous so i wanted some input...also looking to see who else will be...

Hi guys, I'm trying to get some input on a school decision I need to make soon. Any input from students at the school/graduates will be much appreciated. I'm OOS so it's expensive for me either way. I don't think I will specialize at the moment unless something really strikes my fancy. My vision...

I first named this thread as "Army HPSP - Dilemma" but I decided to change it to the current name. It seems like there's no HPSP thread for dental students class of 2022 yet. So while I'm asking for my concerns, why don't we all share what we got! Here's my story: Made the cut for 4 yrs Army...

I have been shadowing my local dentist for the past couple of weeks. I'm just not too sure what to do; should I be more engaged, asking questions during procedure, or observational, just simply observing the procedure from a distance? The last thing I want is getting kicked out of the clinic...

Hey everyone, I just took my DAT today and was looking for some insight on applying this coming June. I want to know if I am a strong enough applicant this coming cycle. I am finishing up my senior year and will be taking a gap year to gain some more shadowing and volunteer hours, as well as...

Hi everyone Recently I've been thinking about changing from pre-pharmacy to pre-dental. After working as a pharmacy tech in retail and shadowing a pharmacist I really don't care for retail..at all. Along with that, chemistry was never my strongest subject. It sucks that I'm just now realizing...

So as the application cycle slowly is ending and as I and im sure others have interviewed and have yet to hear anything about acceptances. I was curious what people would recommend doing during this year before reapplying? I personally plan to retake the DAT as that was my biggest weak point...

Hey did anyone apply for this summer's UCLA PREP? If yes, do you know when we're getting our decisions? (either early decision or rolling) OR has anyone ever participated in this program before? If yes, what was your experience like?~ Thank you!

I am a third year DMD student. When I first came into dental school, I was really interested in OMFS, but then started to gear towards ortho. Mainly because of the patient population, cleaner oral cavity, easy lifestyle, fun treatment planning, and happy current orthodontists I talk to. But a...

Is it the lifestyle/salary? Most people I talk to hate it..

Is this still a thing? I interviewed at BU and after hearing I was accepted to Tufts they pulled me aside at the end of the interview day and sat me in the Dean's office, who very kindly (and poetically actually) told me he wanted me at BU and he would be giving me a 20k per year scholarship. I...

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Hi All! I have read *thousands* probably responses regarding PA versus MD. But I have some specific differences that may effect the answers and wanted some professional opinions! I am a 33 year old mom with a 9 year old son and recently married. Here’s my question - PA school? MD school...

Hey guys! I'm a current 3DN, and I waited a bit too long to make up my mind about residencies. I always figured I'd fall back on an AEGD/GPR and just do general if I didn't decide on something. Recently I've been getting drawn in to OMFS and am seriously considering applying for a 4 year...

https://redcap.wvctsi.org/redcap/surveys/?s=FW9WRNJA8C Hello, would you like to participate in an anonymous survey? The survey is open to practicing general dentists located in the United States of America. This study is under the acknowledgment of the WVU IRB and participation is completely...

Hi everyone! I was recently looking to participate in a mission trip, as I see that this is a wonderful way to provide complementary care for communities who may not otherwise have access to care. In my search I found one in-state mission, and one overseas mission. Unfortunately, both are...