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Dental

Learn about dentistry and dental school with our articles for pre-dental students, dental students, and dentists (DDS/DMD).

Dr. Sharib Manzoor

Dentist Q&A

20 Questions: Sharib Manzoor, DDS, General Dentist

Meet Dr. Sharib Manzoor, a Kitchener-based general dentist with 30+ years of experience, passionate about patient care, mentorship, and blending science with artistry in dentistry.

Written by: Laura Turner

Published on: May 1, 2025

2025 DAT Scoring Changes

Pre-Dental

2025 DAT Scoring Changes: What Pre-Dental Applicants Need to Know

Beginning in March 2025, the American Dental Association will implement a new scoring system for ... Read more

Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD

Published on: February 13, 2025

Dentist-scientist

Dental School

Bridging the Gap Between the Bench and Chairside: The DDS/PhD Pathway

Do you want to deliver oral health care and dive deeper into the mechanisms that ... Read more

Written by: Shawn A. Hallett

Published on: December 12, 2024

Fotinos S. Panagakos PNWU

Pre-Dental

Ask the Expert: Fotinos S. Panagakos, Dean, Pacific Northwest University School of Dental Medicine

Fotinos S. Panagakos, DMD, PhD is the founding dean of the Pacific Northwest University of ... Read more

Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD

Published on: July 25, 2024

William Jacobson

Dentist Q&A

20 Questions: William Jacobson, DMD, MPH

Dr. William Jacobson, dentist, dental school faculty, and author of the Clinical Dentistry Daily Reference ... Read more

Written by: Kyle Magatelli

Published on: April 25, 2024

Dr. Avi Patel

Dentist Q&A

Q&A: Avi Patel, DDS, CEO of Clear Aligner Advisor

Avi Patel, DDS, or Dr. Avi, is a dentist who leverages his dental education to ... Read more

Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD

Published on: December 8, 2023

Dental Decision Day

Pre-Dental

Dental School Decision Day: Your Guide

Unlike applicants to other health professions programs, aspiring dentists applying through AADSAS must wait until ... Read more

Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD

Published on: December 1, 2023

Dr. Steven Chang, UDM

Pre-Dental

Q&A with Dr. Steven Chang, Director of Admissions, UDM Dental

Dr. Steven Chang (he/him/his) is the Director of Admissions at the University of Detroit Mercy ... Read more

Written by: Emil Chuck, PhD

Published on: December 15, 2022

Robert Nadeau DDS MD

Dentist Q&A

20 Questions: Robert Nadeau, DDS, MD

Robert Nadeau DDS, MD is in his seventh year at the University of Minnesota School ... Read more

Written by: Student Doctor Network

Published on: September 8, 2022

Dental School

Ten Free Resources You Need On Your Dental School Journey

Getting accepted to dental school is an accomplishment that should be celebrated, preferably with less ... Read more

Written by: Student Doctor Network

Published on: July 21, 2021

Dentistry

Dental

What I Wish I Would’ve Known Before Entering Dentistry

Most medical professionals enter healthcare because they want to help and care for those in ... Read more

Written by: Dr. Ania Mohelicki

Published on: June 25, 2020

Dental Students in Lab

Dental School

Second Year Dental Student: A Day in the Life

Have you ever wondered what life is like for a second year dental student? Every ... Read more

Written by: Kelsey Gwin

Published on: September 11, 2019

DAT overview

Pre-Dental

DAT Overview From a 99th Percentile Score Recipient

The Dental Admissions Test (DAT) is a 4 hour and 15 minute exam that tests ... Read more

Written by: Samya Faiq

Published on: July 26, 2019

positive in dental school

Dental School

When Times Get Tough: Focusing On The Positive In Dental School

Updated July 22, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors. I’m tired. ... Read more

Written by: Kelsey Gwin

Published on: June 25, 2019

DAT

Pre-Dental

How To Prepare For The DAT: A DAT Study Guide

Attention Pre-dents! This is your go-to guide for everything you need to know about the ... Read more

Written by: Kelsey Gwin

Published on: March 28, 2019

Dental School

Ready for Residency: Year-by-Year Preparation for Dental Residency Applications

You spend most days in dental school trying to survive. Tests pummel you; dentures demand ... Read more

Written by: Abbey Tadros

Published on: January 23, 2019

Dental School

Choose Your Adventure: Making The Most Of Dental School Opportunities

Dental school is a dream, even though some days can be a nightmare. Whether you’re ... Read more

Written by: Abbey Tadros

Published on: November 27, 2018

Dental School

Welcome To Our House: A Dental School Virtual Tour

Dental students spend more time at school than their own houses with people they see ... Read more

Written by: Abbey Tadros

Published on: October 30, 2018

life-long learners

Dental School

A-Earners vs Life-Long Learners

The struggle of dental students to find academic balance It’s the morning of an exam. ... Read more

Written by: Kelsey Gwin

Published on: October 29, 2018

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