I am a pre-health considering dentistry as a career. I think this forum is best for addressing my question since it applies to practicing dentists.
Most dentists eventually buy into a practice or start one themselves. How good of a business mind do you need to have? Many students see owning a business as a plus, but I fear it. I do not have a way (or do not know a way) to gauge may aptitude for being able to run a business. Have you ever feared that your business may not do well or even fail that you have to close it?
Second, since you are working in a office with a few other employees, is lonliness ever a problem. If you are a physician, you have the option to work at a large hospital with colleagues all around you. You don't have to be friends but at least there will a lot of people around. I'm by no means an extrovert or avoid being alone at all costs, but I do have doubts on whether I can work in a confined space for an entire career.
What are your thoughts?
Thank you.
Most dentists eventually buy into a practice or start one themselves. How good of a business mind do you need to have? Many students see owning a business as a plus, but I fear it. I do not have a way (or do not know a way) to gauge may aptitude for being able to run a business. Have you ever feared that your business may not do well or even fail that you have to close it?
Second, since you are working in a office with a few other employees, is lonliness ever a problem. If you are a physician, you have the option to work at a large hospital with colleagues all around you. You don't have to be friends but at least there will a lot of people around. I'm by no means an extrovert or avoid being alone at all costs, but I do have doubts on whether I can work in a confined space for an entire career.
What are your thoughts?
Thank you.