Career questions tagged dental
How can I ask dental offices in my area for a part-time office job as highschool/running start student??
I am aspiring to become a dental hygienist in the future and I would love more experience in a dental setting and maybe work as a front desk or a receptionist position as a high school student/running start. My schedule can be flexible as I am a running start student. I am wondering how I can reach out best and maximize my chances at getting hired or positive feedback from different offices. The dental hygiene program is extremely competitive so I would love to get a head start on doing as much as I can.
Dental Hygienist Interview?
Hi! I'm looking for dental hygienists willing to answer a few questions: 1. Can you tell me about the types of tasks you are responsible for on a day-to-day basis? 2. What do you enjoy most about your career? 3. What is most challenging about your career? 4. What are some skills and personality traits necessary to perform your job? 5. What are some misconceptions about your career? 6. How well do you manage your work-life balance? 7. How is your career any different from doctors? 8. How long is your shift? 9. Do you wish anything around your work place was different? If so then what? 10. What was it like when you first started your career? Please answer the questions. Thank You! *Note: Edited by admin to adhere to guidelines
What is something you wish more people knew about starting college?
I am a senior in high school, and I'm going to be the first in my family to go to college. I still feel like I haven't gotten to know all I need to about college. I'm also thinking of going into pre-dentistry or dental hygiene.
What is your most memorable working experience?
What is an event or experience that has stuck with you, and what did you learn from it?
Dentistry?
Hello, I'm considering a career as a dentist. What are some good tips you might have?
To dental hygienists, what study methods did you utilize to prepare for tests And which courses were the most difficult?
As a first gen, I'm very nervous on what to expect for higher education. How did you manage your workload with outside life as a dental hygienist student?
Would it be possible to work towards as a dental assistant requiring visa sponsorhip ?
I am a general dentist from Mexico, and I am interested in moving to Texas through legal means. My goal is to gain dental experience in the United States, with the intention of pursuing a dentistry revalidation in the future. I bring experience and a strong understanding of the dental field. I would like to know what steps I can take to increase the chances that someone would be willing to hire me. I am fully prepared to cover all expenses related to the visa process myself. Any guidance or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Would it be possible to work towards an Associates and Bachelors at the same time??
Hi, I'm a rising junior interested in becoming an orthodontist and I want to know how much I'll be able to take on once I go to college. I've heard you can get some Associates degrees online, which is something I've recently become interested in. My question is could I get an Associates in Dental Assisting online whilst simultaneously working towards a Bachelors Degree (bio or chem) in person? If not, I'll settle with a Bachelors, but I'm curious if both are attainable as I don't want to spend more time than I have to. Thank you!
Any advice on classes to take in high school in preparation for dentistry?
Hi, I'm a rising junior in high school and I'm interested in the dental field, more specifically being an orthodontist. I'm very curious about getting started but it's hard to find any information about what I need, what classes to take now, etc. I don't know where to start at all, so any tips or advice on colleges or the career itself would help greatly, thank you!
Can you become a dentist right after finishing dental school or is specialization needed ?
17 year old, high school senior, about to be in college for major in biology
What are the required courses for dental school, and how do they fit with my Nutrition major?
I am an incoming freshman at The University of Alabama majoring in Nutrition on a Pre-Dental.
How to find dental internships?
I am going to be attending community college in the fall and then transferring, likely to a UC but may apply out of state as well. What is the best way I would be able to find internships this summer, or in the near future, in the dental industry without being enrolled in dental school?
What is the basic things I should know to become a dentist?
I’m interested in a dentistry already about 2 years. I love to go to dentist and always pay attention on how they doing all things. I want to become the first dentist in my family and help everyone to have health teeth.
What was the hardest part about Dental Hygiene school #Spring25?
What was the hardest part about Dental Hygiene school? #Spring25
What is the most rewarding part of your career in dental hygiene?
I am a dental hygiene student in my 2nd year, and I felt inspired to pursue this career after hearing from a loved one that she was very satisfied with her choice. #Spring25
What is something that can prepare me to get into the dental field, especially like dental hygiene?
I'm in college getting a BA in Dental Hygiene. I have some experience from a Dental class that I took in high school. I want to know what all there is to know about the field. The mental, physical struggles. Google does provide information, but that's from a search engine and not from a known experience.
Can you describe a moment during your dental hygiene education or career that tested your commitment to the field, and how you worked through it? #Spring25
I’m honored to share that I’ve been accepted into the Blinn Dental Hygiene program! I’ve worked very hard to get to this point, and being accepted into this program means a great deal to me. Becoming a dental hygienist has been a goal of mine for a long time, and I’m proud to be one step closer. I would greatly appreciate any advice on how I can stand out not only as a student but also in the field of dental hygiene. I want to do my best, learn as much as I can, and find ways to go above and beyond. Thank you so much for this opportunity and for supporting students like me.
How big is the social aspect while being an Orthodontist?
I am a sophomore at Antwerp Local Highschool. I am interested in going to college for Orthodontics. I am unsure yet whether or not I would like to only be an assistant, but these are the types of questions that might sway my opinions.
What programs or jobs are recommended to make becoming an Orthodontist easier?
I am a sophomore at Antwerp Local Highschool. I am interested in the dental field, specifically orthodontics though. I would love to go to college (or participate in programs or internships) within the states of Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan.
What’s one thing that helps you connect with patients who process the world differently , how do you make sure they feel seen and respected during a difficult dental procedure like a filling ?
Hello, I am currently A dental assistant that specializes in giving care to the ID or IDD (special needs) population that is about to start the EFDA (expanded fundamental dental assistant ) Dental program. Going into this field has already been such an amazing eye-opening experience for me and I would like to continue giving my best care to these individuals so I am seeking advice considering I am going into a new position and would like to get more support on how to 1. make the patient feel at most comfortable and 2.provide my most Gold standard care so that I know that their restorations/fillings will be grade A.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
What 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!!