What Is the Day-to-Day Like in an OMFS Residency?

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I know it must be grueling, but could someone who is currently in an OMFS residency program—or who has recently graduated—share what the day-to-day reality is like? How busy are you, really, during residency?


Is a 4-year program generally less intense, or does it actually feel more demanding compared to a 6-year track?


Also, do you find the daily workload and stress level significantly more challenging than what you experienced during dental school?


Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

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I know it must be grueling, but could someone who is currently in an OMFS residency program—or who has recently graduated—share what the day-to-day reality is like? How busy are you, really, during residency?


Is a 4-year program generally less intense, or does it actually feel more demanding compared to a 6-year track?


Also, do you find the daily workload and stress level significantly more challenging than what you experienced during dental school?


Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

There are variations between programs but 4 vs 6 has no bearing on that.

Yes. The workload between OMFS residency vs DS cannot be compared…not even close. Since workload does add stress…same as above. BUT, I enjoy my residency waaaay more than DS.