Dentistry

thinking about dentistry. Throughout my dental education as an undergraduate student, I was always inquisitive to know and learn the latest…

person just by describing it. One’s teeth is also a sign of wealth and personal hygiene. The practice of dentistry has evolved from a basic form of medicine to a state-of-the-art science. Its modern technology and newly developed practices are only apples from the tree of ancient practices performed long ago. Different eras in earth’s time span has shown new advancements in dentistry but of all of them, the Elizabethan Era showcased jaw dropping techniques used for the worse rather…

matter, New York University. Upon attending a series of lectures and events at both NYU College of Dentistry and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, I was inspired by dentists’ unique ability to improve one’s confidence and quality of life. I went on to participate in the Gateway to Dentistry program at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, which solidified my decision to pursue a career in dentistry, as I found within it a perfect blend of art and medicine. With the past three years…

I started to volunteer at the Allan Saxe Dental clinic to learn more about the field of dentistry. Soon after my first time volunteering, I gave dentistry a realistic thought and began volunteering at the clinic frequently thereafter. I began developing an interest and curiosity in the intricacies of dentistry similar to what I had with the natural sciences. A particular aspect of dentistry that caught my attention was the hands-on approach taken to treat patients which many other health…

that I wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. I have always had a strong desire to be in a profession that would grant me the opportunity to apply my scientific knowledge towards better treatment of my patients as well as improve the quality of life of those in my care; dental hygiene offers that perfect blend. With the constant advancements in treatment and patient care, along with endless opportunities for further study and specialization, I believe that dentistry would provide me with a…

Personal Statement The prospect of a career in dentistry began during my first year of studying A levels, where my enthusiasm towards science grew within my Chemistry and Biology lessons. From this point onwards, I knew that a career in the sciences was definite, due to my ability to solve problems and think logically which relates greatly to Dentistry where you are operating within the space of a small orange. A job working isolated in the lab, however, is not for me. Instead, being able to…

Dentistry is experiencing an exponential growth in science and technology that allows for better diagnosis and treatment. The advancements in the understanding of the oral cavity from its mechanics to its microbiome underscore the importance of dentistry today. The ever-increasing wealth of information and technology involved in the art of dentistry makes it an extremely intriguing profession. Furthermore, service to others remains a dentist’s goal; an ability to create interpersonal…

It was a wrenchingly shocking sight that drew my attention to an individual’s mouth and the importance of oral health. An idiom comes to mind, “a picture is worth a thousand words”, and over time, the memory of this sketch cemented my interest in dentistry. By the time I had completed the drawing, my ingrained curiosity and unease turned into a “what if” moment when I pondered on how and if I could turn those toothless grins into toothy realities. Similarly, throughout…

kept losing my baby teeth in succession, I envied my grandmother’s partial dentures. I begged my father to make me one but he said only the creative people, the dentists can make them. From thenceforth, I naturally became interested in the field of dentistry. And as I grow older, I gradually became more interested in science as it explains a lot of what is happening in the world based on observations and experimental evidence.…

Dentistry How my search began From the end of seventh grade I have strived to be a dentist. Lately I have been debating between two career paths, dentistry and anesthesiology. I am now nearing the end of my sophomore year so soon I need to decide what path is right for me. When Mr. Hostetter assigned us a paper where we could choose the topic, my brain immediately thought of dentistry. Hopefully writing this paper can give me some more information to help me decide on which career seems to fit…