Choosing Dentistry Over Medicine, My DAT Score, OMFS Salaries, Teeth-In-A-Day Surgery, Mastering Self-Awareness By Fast Decision Making, TTL #31

Full Podcast Title: “Choosing Dentistry Over Medicine, Teeth-In-A-Day Surgery, Mental Health In High-Stress Careers, Mastering Self-Awareness By Fast Decision Making”

Top 3 Viewers on this Episode on TikTok LIVE #31 Q&A:

1st - @sophie.kwin

2nd - @samstaxz

3rd – @melindajose16

1. Questions Asked:

00:30: "Where were you when you found out Mufasa passed away?"

07:01: "What was your DAT score? If you don’t mind, I’m applying next summer."

10:35: "Do you think it’s better to go to a combined DDS/bachelor’s or a regular route?"

11:32: "Are you doing a four- or six-year oral maxillofacial surgery residency?"

14:01: "How long did you dedicate to studying for the CBSE?"

20:26: "How do you stay in check with your profession, body, and self-care?"

25:07: "What’s your experience like taking the dental licensing board exam?"

30:38: "What’s the average pay for oral maxillofacial surgeons?"

32:19: "Have you ever done a 'teeth in a day' procedure?"

36:02: "What are your thoughts on general dentists performing all-on-x without OMFS residency?"

2. Topics & Stories:

04:10: Navigating Dental School Applications and DAT Scores: Brendan discusses his personal experience with interviews, applications, and his DAT scores.

07:01: Shadowing Dentists and Making Career Decisions: Brendan advises potential dental students to shadow dentists and carefully consider their career paths.

10:35: Challenges of Studying for the DAT: Brendan talks about his stressful experience with the DAT and the importance of preparation.

13:35: Private Practice vs. DSOs (Dental Service Organizations): Brendan shares his perspective on working in a private practice versus a DSO.

15:44: Corporatization of Dentistry: Brendan gives his thoughts on the impact of corporatization in dentistry and its effects on patient care.

20:26: Choosing Dentistry Over Medicine: Brendan reflects on why he chose dentistry over medicine for a fulfilling and balanced life.

22:54: Teeth in a Day: Future of Implant Dentistry: Brendan discusses his experience with the "teeth in a day" procedures and his excitement to perform them in private practice.

26:51: End Goal: Family and Practice: Brendan shares his personal life goals, including starting a family and building a dental practice that prioritizes quality of life and patient care.

3. Quotes & Wisdom:

"Sometimes in life, you have to make decisions fast... It’s very important to have self-awareness to recognize when it's the wrong decision and backtrack quickly." – Brendan's take on decision-making and adaptability.

"Go to a school that excites you... You have to be excited to be there even after 130 hours of studying." – emphasizing passion in education and career choice.

"You need to know if you want to do this... It’s a process that requires a lot of sacrifices." – on committing to dentistry.

"Patient care begins in the consultation... It’s where you build trust and understanding." – on the importance of patient interactions.

"In dentistry, you’re treating humans, not products... This isn’t Amazon, you can’t just return a patient." – reflecting on the importance of compassion in patient care.

"I want to build something beautiful... A practice that patients are excited to walk into." – on his goal to create an ideal work environment and patient experience.

"If you want to be good at something, you have to make sacrifices, no matter what that is." – on the dedication required to succeed in dentistry and life.

Now available on:

- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube Channel

- TikTok LIVE #31

Watch worn in this episode = Jack Mason Avigator

9.9.24

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