Jamaul
How do you choose between going to medical school and dental school?
When I was growing up I’ve always wanted to be a cardiologist. However, recently I’ve started doing a lot of research and thought that I might want to go to dental school instead. How do I decide? I don’t want to make the wrong decision and end up having regrets in the future.
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6 answers
Neil Pinney
Neil’s Answer
The best way to choose is to spend as much time as you can learning about each profession. Many dentists would be delighted to have you shadow them in their office. Spend as much time as you can in a variety of dental offices and try to imagine yourself doing these same things. I don't know for sure, but I would imagine that physicians would be willing to help out in the same way. Spend lots of time asking questions about what each profession is like. After doing this, it should be a lot easier to make the choice.
John A Perrotti MD
John A’s Answer
Try to spend some time shadowing in a dentist's and doctor's office or at a hospital clinic, to see what you like and don't like. Good Luck!
Richard A.
Richard’s Answer
Also be honest with yourself... how important is lifestyle to you? I know multiple dentists that work 3.5 or 4.5 days per week with no weekend or night call.
Madison Buchman
Madison’s Answer
Gloria Valiente
Gloria’s Answer
Medical school and dental school are extremely different fields. I would suggest shadowing a doctor and a dentist. You likely have a doctor and a dentist. Ask them if you could shadow them or interview them over their lunch break one day and ask directly your question. You will likely get an honest opinion and a more inside look at the answer you seek. It truly depends on where you see yourself in the future
