INBDE vs. NBDE I/II: Pros, Cons, Discussion. Etc.

[Dentist314]

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INBDEprep.com is a good site for studying. It mimics the JCNDE released questions well

 

[indiandentalstudent101]

I am apart of a D21 class which was given the option of taking the traditional boards (NBDE 1 & 2) or the INBDE. However, I noticed there hasn't been much conversation between the two exams and discussion over the pros/cons of taking one over the other.

Here is the official page for the INBDE.

Quicks Facts:

• Taken when you'd usually take NBDE II
• 300-450 Questions (vs. 900 Questions NBDE I+II)
• "test relies less on rote knowledge and information recall than the current NBDE examinations do, and instead it emphasizes the decision-making process relevant to the safe practice of dentistry, through the integration of the basic sciences and dental and clinical science" - INBDE Student Fact Sheet

 

[indiandentalstudent101]

I am apart of a D21 class which was given the option of taking the traditional boards (NBDE 1 & 2) or the INBDE. However, I noticed there hasn't been much conversation between the two exams and discussion over the pros/cons of taking one over the other.

Here is the official page for the INBDE.

Quicks Facts:

• Taken when you'd usually take NBDE II
• 300-450 Questions (vs. 900 Questions NBDE I+II)
• "test relies less on rote knowledge and information recall than the current NBDE examinations do, and instead it emphasizes the decision-making process relevant to the safe practice of dentistry, through the integration of the basic sciences and dental and clinical science" - INBDE Student Fact Sheet

 

[indiandentalstudent101]

Hi, I know this an older post, but the link to "INBDE Student Fact Sheet" does not work. This INBDE FAQ sheet was helpful for me. Hopefully it helps other DENT students looking for answers.