Career questions tagged dentistry
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 States
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?
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
What advice would you give to a youth interested in the medical field?
What tips would you offer to a young student (highschool) who wants to go into the medical field? More specifically I'm interested becoming a psychologist, medical laboratory technician, or a dentist.
Rockville
Are these good enough stats for top colleges (I am a current junior)?
EDUCATION: Unweighted and Cumulative GPA: 3.953/4.357 Class Rank: 22/717 SAT: 710 Math / 680 Reading (Highest Score Received On Each Section) CLASSWORK: AP Coursework: AP Chemistry, AP Biology (3), AP Calculus BC, AP Psychology (5), AP United States History, AP World History (5) DC Credits: DC English 1301/1302, UT OnRamps Precalculus School's Math, Science, Technology and Accelerated Math and Science Programs: Participated in the school's honors programs throughout grades 9-11; provides integrated curriculum for advanced math and science courses; volunteered 55 hours when part of program. OTHER SKILLS: CPR and BLS Certified, in process of receiving TSBDE Dental Assisting Certification. EXPERIENCE: Dental Assisting Program, Student 08/2024 - Present Participated in the Dental Assisting Program which offers a foundational understanding of dentistry, preparation for various dental careers, and a future TSBDE Registered Dental Assisting Certification. Worked hands-on in a dental office-styled environment while gaining experience and knowledge of dental professions, infection control, radiology, chair-side dental techniques, dental charting, jurisprudence, dental hygiene, and dental anatomy. ACTIVITIES: Tutor Club, Junior Ambassador 08/2024 - Present Represented the juniors of the club in meetings; helped organize activities and scheduling for the club. Tutored multiple students with Geometry, Algebra, English, and SAT Prep. Led lectures to help tutees. Tutored 2-3 hours per week. CCMR Recognition Club, Ambassador 12/2024 - Present Promoted the importance of College, Career, and Military readiness on campus through a school-wide initiative comprised of designing posters, leading celebratory activities, and creating a website to raise awareness. Non-Profit Tutoring Organization, Tutor 08/2024 - Present Tutored elementary and middle school students in math, science, reading, and orchestra at a local nonprofit organization. Printed and helped create worksheets and lessons for tutees to complete; helped students complete the program’s work in unique and creative ways. Taught 30+ kids throughout 6 months of tutoring at Light and Salt Academy for 2-3 hours per week. Orchestra, Concert Member 08/2022 - Present Played violin in orchestra concerts; participated in UIL Competitions and Solo and Ensemble Competitions; played in district-wide Stringfest Concert. Practiced violin 3-4 times per week. HOSA, Organization Member 08/2022 - Present Participated in HOSA Dental Science Competition and worked in fundraisers and service volunteering. Volunteered 20 Hours for the past 6 months. Key Club, Organization Member 08/2024 - Present Volunteered regularly at school-led events, local fundraisers, DFW city-wide marathons, tutoring sessions, and local toy drives. Volunteered 45 Hours for the past 6 months. AWARDS: AP Scholar (2024), Superintendent Scholar (2024), UIL Academic Excellence (2022-2023-2024-2025), First Place Group Winner in HS Video Contest (2023) I want to retake the SAT and improve my look as a biology major on the pre-dentistry track by getting an internship, shadowing, and volunteering. What top colleges could I genuinely get into with these stats? And what should I improve?
Garland
How exactly do I be a dentist?
I have been thinking about becoming a dentist, but I have like no idea how college really works. I was thinking of going to sac state or sac city college by majoring in biology or biological sciences, and then transferring to UC Davis after 2 years. What should my schedule be like to be on the right track? Is there extra steps I need to do?
Elk Grove
What bachelors degree should I go for?
I want to become a dental hygienist than get my bachelors and than become a dentist!! I'm not sure what bachelors to major in... help!
Sedalia
What steps can I take to make the transition to a pharma career possible?
Hi, I am 40 years old , working as a production chemist in dental industry, 3 years back I completed MSc pharma course , and I want to transition my career to pharma. But , unfortunately not possible . I am not sure. I need guidance ? I need You
London
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?
Olympia
Out of these careers, what is the best?
If you are a PA, MA, NICU Nurse, Sonographer/Ultrasound Tech, Optometrist, Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist, or Dental Assistant, please help me decide which of these I should pursue. I dont want to spend a lot on education but also make a good amount of money. So please let me know how much money and time I would spend on school for each, and how much will I make. Thanks.
Fort Lauderdale
Is 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.
Ashburn
What are the best future oriented course options to pursue for masters in dentistry after completing a bds degree in India ?
I would like to know more information on the following -Current scope and future scope oriented masters courses in dentistry -Best countries to choose to pursue masters in bds abroad -Any reliable career counselling centre suggestions -Personal suggestions to select a particular course and reason.
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
I am trying to become a orthodontist or dentist in the future, i am a sophomore in high school and wondering if there’s anything i can start doing now to help me be successful in achieving my goal. ?
I love science and heard that it is relevant in the dentistry industry
Miami
How 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
Why is a dental hygiene course so short compared to other difficult careers when it is such a high demand job?
I am very interested in becoming a dental hygienist, but from what I heard it’s a high demand-competitive position. At the end is it worth all of the sleepless nights? I will still fight for my dream of becoming a dental hygienist some day.
Allentown
Dentistry major?
Hi! I think I've decided on becoming a dentist, but I'm not sure what major I should choose. I've heard that it's best to choose something related to your career, but I'm not sure about that. If that's true, what majors do you recommend/think will be good for my career?
Lynnwoodwhat major is good for dentistry?
Senior in Highschool, I enjoy psychology but wanted to know other majors that may have a more straightforward path to dentistry.
San Francisco
How much does an starting out Travel Dental Hygienist make monthly?
need help badly
Graniteville
What is the total number of years in school that one must take to finally become a dentist?
And also, once one becomes a dentist, how can I branch out and start my own clinic??
Holland
What classes should I take to become a dentist?
What classes should I take as a sophomore to make me successful. I would love to go into health sciences (dentistry/ortho)
United States
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