Career questions tagged dental
How do dentists balance providing essential care and necessary treatments while considering patients' financial limitations?
As an aspiring dentist, I have shadowed dental practitioners in their practices and observed firsthand how they navigate treatment plan discussions with patients. One challenge that stands out is the financial tension that often arises.
Nashville
What would be the best advice you could give an entering freshman to college who is wanting to have a career in the dental field? #Spring2025
I'm a high school senior just getting ready to graduate. I am planning on pursuing a major in Chemistry with a minor in Business Management. My goal is to have my own dental practice but I am not sure if I want to specialize in orthodontics or just general dentistry.
Rogersville
What is the most challenging part of becoming a Dental hygienist? The schooling, the job itself, not enough time to spend with family, etc?
Hi! I am curious on some of the things that may make being a dental hygienist a less desirable job, to see if I can overcome these things or do I have no chance at all? I am a sophomore and am homeschooled. I plan to go to UH Manoa for the dental hygiene course. I would like to know more about the responsibilities of a dental hygienist to see if it's a fit for me! thank you to all who answer!!
Kailua-Kona
How do I know what to choose?
I'm not sure If I want to be a medical assistant then move my way up to see if the medical field is for me, or be a dental assistant.
El PasoWhat schooling do I need to take before entering a dental hygiene program?
Hi! I'm a sophomore and am homeschooled, recently i've been thinking on the career path of a dental hygienist. I'm curious on what I need schooling on before I take the dental hygiene course at my state uni (if I take this path). Such as pre reqs, or courses that I should major/minor in community college. Also do I need to be good at math? I am capable of it but it is not my strength. Thank you to everyone who answers!!
Kailua-Kona
What do I do? I need advice please.
Hello, I'm here to receive some advise and just motivation. I need y'all to be 100% real with me. I'm 20 and I really want to pursue my dream of going to dental school and being a dentist but I keep holding myself back and just plan on doing dental hygiene. The perquisites for dental school scare me so bad I feel like I'm not smart enough to go through that path. I've been doing community college and I feel like I'm wasting time switching majors just to avoid my dream. I just need some advise please. Also let me know what majors would be good for the pre-dental track.
Birmingham
What are some things I should do in the first two years of college to prepare for dental school? What activities/extracurriculars look best on resumes for dental admissions?
Things that can be done while taking classes
United StatesHello, I am a dental assistant in the state of Texas and an overseas dentist. I was wondering doing Masters program in public health would benefit my career in long run?
Hello, I am a dental assistant in the state of Texas and an overseas dentist. I was wondering doing Masters program in public health would benefit my career in long run?
United States
where can I find more information bout dental assistants instead of Google?
"questions tips?"
San Jose
How can I find a sponsor to help me pursue my dream of studying dental surgery at university?
I'm based in Garissa and would appreciate any guidance or opportunities.
Nairobi
What Steps should I be taking next as a high schooler to become a dental hygienist?
I am in the 10th grade and I am considering going into the medical field as fast as I can. I am considering becoming a dental hygienist due it only requiring at least an Associate Degree and I will be able to obtain next year if I am able to succeed in running start. What are the next steps after high school that I should be taking to eventually becoming a dental hygienist? And is there any programs or schools in Washington state that I should consider going too?
OlympiaIs dental school worth it?
I am interested in going into the dental field, but dental school costs so much!! I was wondering if you guys think it is worth it. How much would you think it would cost for both undergraduate and dental school? So is it worth it??
AshburnHow do I shadow someone in the career field I want to go into? (Multiple questions below)
I am a junior in high school and I really want to shadow a dentist and a sonographer because those are my top two choices. By shadowing it'll help me understand which career path I would rather go into. It would also give me some good experience. HOWEVER, my problem is no one is answering my emails. Has this happened to anyone? Is there anything else I should do? Is there something besides shadowing that will help me gain more insight?
AshburnHow should I decide if I want to be a dentist or an ultrasound technician/sonographer?
I am a junior in high school and I'm having a hard time choosing what I want to become. My top choices are definitely a dentist or an ultrasound tech. However, I'm conflicted about which one to choose. Going the dentist route I'd be in school for longer, around 8 years while ultrasound tech would only take about 4. However, I wouldn't mind being in school for long (I hope). They both had good salaries too. Hence, why I am conflicted. PLEASEEE help me decide because I feel like I should make a choice soon so I know where I want to go to college.
AshburnHow do stand out in dental school?
What is the best way for a sophomore in high school to stand out when getting into dental school. I want to either be a dentist or orthodontist. I want to job shadow but don’t know how to reach out. Also, is there anything else that would deem me a good fit. My school doesn’t have many advanced science classes. Ex: No AP classes.
Wayne
How much does an starting out Travel Dental Hygienist make monthly?
need help badly
Graniteville
Hi I’m a 7th grader I want to be dentist can I have more advice about dentist.?
How do I get better at being a dentist.
Yuma
What dental assistant certification programs are available in NYC?
I'm a rising junior in High School instrested in dentistry, living in the Bronx, New York. I was wondering if there are any dental assistant certification programs that I can participate in and gain experience while still being in High School.
New York
Can visually impaired or physically disabled people become dentists? Can you get time extensions in dental school if you have accommodations
I am completely blind in my left eye and I was wondering if I could still work in the oral cavity with limited vision. I am also in a wheelchair and I was wondering if there were any physically disabled dentists.
Long Beach
How do you know if dentistry is for you? How can you get ready for this path as a rising senior in high school?
What are the pros and cons of dentistry( Like in education and day to day life)?
PortlandWould studying dental or veterinary be a cheaper and easier career choice?
Hi I am currently in the process of registering to San Jose City College and I am having trouble on deciding a career choice. I am very fond of animals as I have a fair share of pets myself. I feel very passionate about this but at the same time I am aware of the effort and time it takes to study this. Although, I am also intrigued by dental study since a lot of my family members have already pursued this career and have succeeded. I am pleased with the wages for dental assistants in the area of San Jose but I am wondering if it's truly worth it.
San Jose
What is the path I should take in college to become an orthodontist volunteer and classes wise? What skills should a person who wants to go into this field need or should posses ?
I am going to be a freshman in college. I like science classes
Augusta