The dentist focuses attention on the prevention and treatment of disease related to the mouth and face. Most dentists are in private practice, and their responsibilities include cleaning of teeth and checking for possible problems – diagnosing cancer of the mouth, gingivitis, and other oral diseases. Twenty percent of dentists focus their energies in specialties such as endodontics, oral surgery, oral pathology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, or public health dentistry. These specialties usually average 2 years of residency after graduation from dental school.
How long will it take to obtain a degree in dentistry, and what is the curriculum like?
What tests will I need to take to become a licensed dentist?
What courses should I take at Wittenberg to prepare for dental school?
What major should I pursue at Wittenberg if I am interested in dentistry?
Do I need to have medically related hours when applying to dental schools?
Is it important that I participate in extracurricular activities while at Wittenberg?
How can I locate the dental program that is best for me?
Which schools are best for me to apply to outside of my home state?
How and when should I apply to dental schools?
Do I need to go through the Pre-Health Professions Committee when applying?
What is the Dental Admissions Test (DAT)?
Do I need to coordinate my applications through a service?
Do you have any tips for preparing an attractive application?
Which dental schools have Wittenberg students been accepted to in the last 10 years?
What are some of the dental programs in this geographical area?