I found that course in coursera and i wanted to ask if its worthy to go for it or no?

Trying my best to get good grades. It’s still very early but if I mostly get Bs and some Cs, and maybe even mostly Cs, and if I do the rural doctor program for a few years, can I come back later and specialize?

I’ve always wanted to be an orthodontist since I was a child and am now a D1. However, I’m worried about not being top of my class. Is it possible to work for a few years, after dental school, if my grades are subpar, and then apply later to a specialty program once I have years of experience? Are there other degrees I can obtain or certifications I can work toward that can help me apply to speciality programs that can aid subpar grades?

Also, I’m still keeping an open mind to other specialities and even general. I know that the actual courses might change my mind.

What do you think? Thank you!

I was looking at residency programs and had no idea there were that many OMFS programs, almost 100 omfs and around 90 for peds. Does having that many programs make it harder for new grads to find jobs? Do you guys have to go rural like GPs?

Hey I need some guidance regarding canal prep. Protapers show resistance when I use them s1 s2 but 10 no file is loose with an established glide path. Where am I doing it wrong

Current D2 here! I attended an endo seminar a few weeks ago and I realized this might be what I want to do as a specialty. However, everyone has told me it’s extremely competitive and about “who you know” already in the field. What steps should I be taking to be a strong applicant/ have a good chance of getting into a program straight out of school?

I got into dental school class of 2030 and applied for the 4 year army HPSP but I was waitlisted and did not get in. I would really like to try to get the 3 year HPSP but I’m not sure of the timeline. Would anyone be able to inform me? Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I am looking to purchase a pair of ergo loupes and was interested in possibly getting the variable zoom option. I specifically also like a sports frame as I feel it is lighter and provides more protection. I am between Andau and Orascoptic variable loupes and was looking for opinions on getting a variable zoom pair of ergo loupes. I know both these brands are good and I am sure you can't go wrong with either brand. (I do not want Dragonfly).

I am a D1 and currently have Designs for Visions 2.5x direct and feel it doesn't do much for me in terms of mag. I felt that the 3.5/5.5x Orascoptic is a good balance, but am waiting for the rep to try them on. Andau does not have a rep to send out to try them on, so I would need to contact them to send me.

Few questions/concerns:

1. Is variable zoom actually worth it? Personally, since I knew they were a thing, I have always wanted them. Conceptually, I feel like it is a nice option to have especially for the future, but I also understand that hav

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1. variable zoom is another point of possible mechanical failure. Based on your experiences with either brand, have there been any issues?
2. Weight. How does the weight feel overall for long hours compared to normal ergo loupes?
3. I want to ask which brand to go with, however, based on what I've seen, they both appear to be good brands.

Any input would be appreciated. Thank you.