3 Secrets Studying & Dental School, Dental Insurance Failing Us? SPEED BUMPS To Orthognathic Surgery

Top 10 Viewers on this Episode on TikTok LIVE #55 Q&A:

1st - @natalia.baba

2nd – Luke Haganman, @lhaganman

3rd – Rai B, @brilliantryloth

4th – @sam_miller.3

5th – @donnamargarita

6th - @puru19975

7th - J, @jobaratheo

8th - @haileyrichling

9th - @bonyon_don3

10th - Rejoyce, @razzrejo

Questions:

04:15 - How many implants did it take to get comfortable?

10:47 - What do you typically do on days off?

14:33 - Can I still be a dentist with two DUIs?

15:50 - What was your least favorite pre-req for dental school?

22:15 - Can you talk about your first day of residency?

29:47 - Favorite surgery to perform?

33:05 - Is it too late to become a dentist as a business major?

34:50 - Protocol for a fractured lingual plate during extraction?

37:22 - Where should I start for the CBSE?

46:20 - What made you choose dentistry over medicine?

49:45 - How do you study without getting tired after a long day?

53:30 - Can aligners cause TMJ?

55:20 - How did you get shadowing opportunities during undergrad?

57:10 - What was your undergrad major?

58:40 - How do you feel about new doctors wanting to do All-on-X cases with no experience?

01:05:30 - Why are dentists getting paid less despite rising costs?

01:16:30 - Can mandibular tori affect speech?

01:21:25 - Do you use surgical guides for implants?

01:28:10 - Tips for avoiding burnout as a dental student?

01:31:30 - What are your plans after finishing residency?

01:38:45 - Why do you not use loops during procedures?

Quotes & Wisdom:

"Take it one day at a time. One foot in front of the other. Break everything down into little bite-sized pieces." (22:15)

"If you're feeling overwhelmed, slow down and focus on your breathing. You can gain control of your focus by manipulating your breathing." (49:45)

"Find what works for you when studying. You don’t have to write things down if it’s too time-consuming—use tech to your advantage." (19:05)

"You’ve got to find mentors who believe in you and are willing to help guide you. Your network will carry you through more than your grades ever will." (55:20)

"Don’t be afraid to take risks and make mistakes. That’s how you learn and grow as a professional and as a person." (42:50)

"Dentistry isn’t just a career—it’s a lifestyle. You have to balance your work and your personal life or you’ll burn out fast." (31:08)

"You went through all that training for a reason. You earned your place—don’t doubt yourself." (22:15)

Now available on:

- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube Channel

My watch in this episode = Tag Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 16 Chrono

- 3.2025

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