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Pre-Dental

Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health. Beyond the undergraduate degree, dentists must earn their doctoral degree (DDS, DDM, or DMD) which typically takes 4 years. An optional 2-4 year residency provides dentists with additional training in one of nine specialties. (Health Professions Admissions Guide, NAAHP, 2017)

Resources for pre-dental students:

Suggested Majors/Minors

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Pre-Requisites

Courses to satisfy admissions requirements to dental schools and prepare for the DAT.

Experience

Develop skills beyond the classroom

Entrance Exam

Prepare for the DAT

Applying to Dental Schools

Links to dental school directories and common applications

Success

71% acceptance rate for Bradley applicants. Where are they now?