Hey Dr.Phan, i read all your responses and i had a question of my own. I am currently a freshman at my community college in VA. and i'm transferring to VCU for my B.S in Science. I love science and i fit in the healthcare industry. However, after 3 years of online research i have come to the conclusion that Dentistry, and Radiation Therapy ( Which are completely different) Is where i'd like to study in. Money is only 65% of importance, realistically its 100%.However; from the research ive done and asked around , i can see the path for DDS/RT are both rigorous , DDS being 10x harder. I enjoyed Biology in my junior year in HS. but im not a nerd , just love cells and the physiology of the Human Body. Originally i focused to go into MD for Radiology. then again i dont want to spend that much time in school. It was last year when i decided go into DDS program ( or RT). MY QUESTION IS.... how can someone WHO ACTUALLY enjoys BIO prepare themselves for DAT/Dental school in general? I want to begin early as possible!
Any advice on :
Study materials:
VCU- UVA?
My family is below Mid-class Inc. ( I might need FA).. how will that affect me..?
Anything i need to know about Loans.. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
What to focus on the most?
What are the REALITIES OF BEING A DENTIST/PRE-DENTAL STUDENT?
How to prepare yourself for the 4-yrs of Dental S...?
My weaknesses are...Chem..O/G...(any) math...
My reason to be a dentist is.. I'm a perfect People Person.. good with hands..work hard..Smart in science.. Im interested in General P.and opening my own Practice soon..
i have a sales background..understand DDS is a business too!
and i have a family with dental issues ( including myself) Helping people , i find is what im drawn to the most. (Leo)..