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1st - sns.03, @sns.03

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3rd – Christine, @nyc_and_bored

4th – Payton Price, @paytonprice19

5th - Lily, @lilyatkeef

Questions:

02:10 – “Girlfriend is an MD. I'm a DO. Will people think I'm dumber because I'm DO once we are both docs?”

07:42 – “What dental specialty would make the most money?”

09:30 – “What do you think about podiatrists?”

11:20 – “Would you recommend doing multiple externships at the same program?”

13:15 – “Is remediation normal in dental school?”

15:30 – “How do you deal with anxiety as a dentist and a dental student?”

18:55 – “What are your thoughts on the letter of continued interest for waitlisted applicants?”

21:10 – “Will new OMFS programs open in the near future?”

23:45 – “What resources did you use to study for the CBSE, and what was your timeline?”

27:12 – “Do you foresee regulations changing for OMFS co-practice in terms of patient anesthesia?”

29:50 – “Suggestions on how to stay awake late at night to study?”

32:05 – “Is 200 students in a dental school class too big?”

34:40 – “What are your thoughts on applying to dental school with a low GPA? Would you recommend a master’s?”

36:50 – “How does one afford extracurricular activities in dental school? Are part-time jobs an option?”

39:30 – “Tips for studying for boards?”

41:10 – “How long should you wait before using a straw and flushing wisdom tooth extraction sites?”

44:25 – “Can you explain what a coronectomy is?”

48:05 – “Do you trust Google reviews for dental offices?”

51:30 – “Which is better for specializing, a pass/fail school or a traditional grading system?”

54:00 – “How do you think changes in OMFS anesthesia rights would impact the profession?”

Quotes & Wisdom:

Motivational & Inspirational Quotes

“Stick to your routine. You don’t have to be the smartest, but you do have to be the most consistent.”

“Every little step forward compounds into something big. Just knock one thing off at a time.”

“Organize everything, prioritize your tasks, start crossing them off one by one, and your anxiety will start to ease.”

“If you put the work in, if you grind, success is inevitable.”

“Your mindset in dental school is what determines your future, not just your grades.”

Wisdom & Professional Insight

“A DDS and DMD have the same knowledge base. The difference is just historical.”

“OMFS is tough, but every great thing in life requires sacrifice. If it was easy, everyone would do it.”

“If you’re on the waitlist, show them you care—send a letter of continued interest, make that phone call.”

“I shadowed a vascular surgeon once. Gangrene? Black toes? Yeah, that’s why I picked dentistry lol.”

Practical & Realistic Advice

“If you’re struggling to stay awake while studying, hold your breath for a bit—it gets your heart rate up and wakes you up.”

“Google reviews tell a lot about a dental office. But if they don’t have a social media presence, that’s a red flag.”

“Study smarter, not harder. Quizlet for memorization, UWorld for practice, and AMBOSS for deep learning.”

“You don’t want to spit or use straws after wisdom tooth extraction. You knock that blood clot out, you’re gonna regret it.”

“In residency, the right flashlight is worth its weight in gold. Streamlight—super bright, fits in your pocket. Trust me on this.”

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