How important is the type of Research?

[Sulwyn7]

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My college offers a lot of research opportunities but none that have to do with dentistry. Between doing research for the college of medicine, psychology, biology, or chemistry departments which should i choose? I think the only research area that can be somewhat linked to dentistry is "Tobacco Research Intervention Program", but the one im most interested in is conservation efforts for the Biology Department. The college of medicine mostly has openings for studying parkinsons disease. Which would show that I am most committed to dentistry?

 

[lhtran07]

None. Go with whichever one you're interested in most.

 

[Frederico Albin]

It doesn't need to be dentistry related research. You actually don't need research at all if you have other strong extra curriculars...

 

[marscole]

Research helps you to become someone who is independent, able to justify by your own, teamworks, mature, and also leadership.

Topics aren't quite important (I think!!) when you apply to dental schools, as long as you like it and enjoy.😉

 

[wahoo08]

Yeah, I don't think it matters what kind of research you do. I did some cancer research as an undergrad, and my interviewer was impressed. She didn't seem to care that it wasn't dentistry-related. Plus, I don't think many colleges have a lot of opportunities for dentistry-related research anyways.

 

[DrReo]

Do something that interests you. You will be happier and more interested in the research. Also, you will get more out of it if you're interested and can maybe get some nice letters in the future.

 

[Frederico Albin]

Do something that interests you. You will be happier and more interested in the research. Also, you will get more out of it if you're interested and can maybe get some nice letters in the future.

Definitely True. A LOR from your Research Instructor can be a really nice addition to your application.