Month: February 2017
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4 Year vs 6 Year OMFS: The Age-Old Question
One of the biggest questions facing aspiring oral surgeons is whether to apply for 4 Year or 6 Year OMFS programs. While strategies may exist from an application perspective, there are some significant differences between the two. From a financial perspective, 4 Year and 6 Year OMFS residencies could not be more disparate. Before we dive…
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Most Dental Residencies Charge Tuition
Everyone knows that medical residencies pay their residents a stipend. Sure, it’s not a glamorous amount given the eight plus years of post-secondary education. But don’t forget that an average medical resident salary of $56,500 is approximately that of the average American household income. The vast majority of dental residencies, however, charge exorbitant tuition. And from the…
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Why is dental school so expensive?
Something that I’ve thought about and been asked countless times by my working friends, friends in other professional schools, and other well-intentioned folks is why dental school is so darn expensive. The leading question, however, is how much it really costs. Read more
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Welcome!
I’m a current dental resident with a mission. A mission to help others navigate their way through the financial challenges and rewards of dentistry. Tuition, loans, investments, retirement, you name it. I hope you enjoy reading and learning with me on this journey. Read more