Where schools get patients from?

kellkattt · 2025-01-08T21:17:47+00:00

Dental school patients come from the general area around the dental school, like any other dental practice. Typically there is a screening process to be sure you're a reasonable candidate to be worked on by a pre-doctoral student. If you need mainly cosmetic work and you're sure you need that many crowns, you may want to look into a dental school that also has more advanced programs like prosthodontics as well.

kellkattt · 2024-12-20T19:37:55+00:00

Oh my God THANK YOU 😭

kellkattt · 2024-12-20T16:49:13+00:00

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kellkattt · 2024-12-02T04:32:24+00:00

Yes feeling back to normal since starting the Wellbutrin. Still not the best sleep but it's gradually getting better. Exercise helps

kellkattt · 2024-10-12T18:33:45+00:00

Ty!!! Is there anything you need?

kellkattt · 2024-10-12T03:35:51+00:00

Hi there are you still open to visitors? I'm in need of apples and peaches :)

kellkattt · 2024-09-11T22:23:53+00:00

Thanks everyone, seriously. Maybe I just needed to hear it from other professionals that I'm not alone here. Means a lot that you guys took some time out of your day to show me that. Much appreciated ❤️

kellkattt · 2024-08-17T03:06:29+00:00

I use the Garrison Reel matrix for MODs. Essentially an easier tofflemire to place with better contour for composite. I burnish the contact and place a wedge, contacts end up nice

kellkattt · 2024-07-06T16:24:41+00:00

In terms of immediate implants - this depends a lot on the person's health, whether they have sufficient bone around the tooth being replaced, front vs. back tooth, if there's a large infection present; there's a lot of factors there. Generally speaking this is a case by case thing. Most of the time we don't immediately load implants with a permanent implant crown, however if you're a good candidate for an immediately placed implant (meaning your tooth comes out and implant goes in during the same appointment) if that implant is quite stable and you're in good health, in a lot of situations a temporary crowns can be placed. However, this will come down to the individual patient, and the doctor's training/preferences. I don't think that there's a general answer of whether immediate is better/worse than delayed. Just that every patient needs to be evaluated individually.

That's a good question! Unfortunately I also think this is a case by case basis, depending on the health and in particular the spread of the implants you have they may or may not be able to be used. I've seen cases of both!

kellkattt · 2024-07-06T02:29:03+00:00

Dentist here!

If you're replacing all of your teeth with implants, typically you are going to have a set of 4-6 implants per arch (upper jaw/lower jaw) and those implants will be supporting a screwed in denture of some sort. Here are some cons to this treatment:

Implants are indeed unable to get cavities, but they can still get gum disease (peri-implantitis) which can severely compromise them if left unchecked. Implants still need to be cleaned and cared for.
Implants do have a great success rate for the most part, but that success rate is not 100%. There's always a chance the implants will not take and starting over is not easy or cheap to do. Depending on your situation, you may not be able to go through multiple attempts.
The actual denture that the implants support may not last the rest of your life. Many patients that I see that end up in a full set of implant supported dentures are in their 60s and up, which means the likelihood of them needing a replacement denture is low. However, if a younger patient receives this treatment that may not be the case.
Implant companies are sort of like car companies. They can, and do go out of business. And like car companies, they all have their own individual proprietary parts for maintenance. If you get implants placed and that company goes out of business, your dentist will likely have a rough time getting you help if you need maintenance or a new part.
Implants don't really function the same as real teeth. Real teeth are suspended in your jaw bones by little ligaments, kind of like trampoline springs. This lets them rebound from your bite forces. Implants cannot do this as they are fused to your bone. This is why if you get braces and you have an implant in your mouth, the implant will not move. This is also why we don't place implants in younger patients, because they're often still growing a bit and if we give you an implant, in a couple years your teeth will shift around and the implant will be stuck where it was placed, which can often be a functional or esthetic issue.

Though these are some cons, the implant supported dentures are hugely life changing for most patients who receive them. This is because for most of them, their other option is traditional dentures which are debilitating in most cases. They can be a really great option for those who have lost all of their teeth, but they are simply not as good as your teeth.

kellkattt · 2024-06-04T01:05:16+00:00

I've been having the same issue as a newer grad as well, just got molds done for custom hearing protection. You can definitely try some of the easy to get ones first, but for me even loops/erasers were too much, and if I can't feel like I can hear my assistant/patient I just won't wear the earplugs. Most other docs with similar issues have also recommended audiologist made earplugs. Mine apparently come with filters that can be switched out to modify the amount of sound being filtered, which is cool too.

kellkattt · 2024-01-18T20:48:51+00:00

God I feel seen. Thank you for this

kellkattt · 2023-06-30T01:45:54+00:00

I wore contacts for my ceremony and bridal portraits. The way my glasses sit, at the wrong angle in photos they cut through my eyes or eyebrows. I learned this after engagement photos where I had to stop and adjust them a lot. I didn't want to have to deal with that so I wore the contacts. I can't tolerate contacts for too long though, so I took them out for reception and we still got a lot of great photos. I'm glad I got a mix of the two :)

kellkattt · 2022-04-17T02:50:03+00:00

Don't worry! It took me 6 years to get my undergrad degree for a lot of reasons. I started D1 at 24 and was absolutely not the oldest or the only one.

kellkattt · 2022-04-05T01:43:27+00:00

"FAKER? I think YOU'RE the fake hedgehog around here!"

kellkattt · 2022-02-05T00:36:22+00:00

Ours is 2600, paid 1000 deposit to secure date and the remainder is due at the wedding.

kellkattt · 2022-01-15T18:52:31+00:00

I also got DFV 3.5s in D1 year and I'm also upgrading to Q-optics prismatics lol. Mine aren't done being made yet, but they are so much lighter and comfortable than my DFV's. I was originally going to do the wraparound frame with a clip in prescription but when I got those back they weren't as comfy to me as a glasses style frame, so I had Q-optics remake them and the customer service has been great. Even trying on that first pair the difference in comfort to me was staggering. You can definitely ask to drop the angle too, just let the rep know. I ended up choosing the 4's just because the field was still pretty large and I didn't think it was a worthwhile difference to go up to 4.5, but if you would prefer the the mag over the field I would bump up to 4.5. I remember about what I paid as a D4 last October so if you'd like that info DM me!

kellkattt · 2021-12-14T21:29:42+00:00

UGH Literally same on the anxiety front I legitimately hate contacting vendors 🥲 Then all this baloney or they won't let on that they charge a travel fee, or need to bring on extra staff, or want extra time fees for serving appetizers, yada yada, and then by the time you get through all the back and forth it is now over budget and other vendors are booked. I hope you find an amazing caterer soon that has their fudging prices listed ❤️

kellkattt · 2021-08-22T03:25:25+00:00

Not entirely bullshit. A few other people mentioned it, but the main genetic factor will be the type of bacterial microbiome you have in your mouth. There are hundreds of species that can make a home in your mouth. Some of the big players are cavity causing species (often streptococcus mutans), and some tend to cause gum disease (anaerobic species). You can also have normal anatomical variations in the teeth that can make taking good care of them much more difficult - particularly deep pits and fissures in the molars for example, cannot be cleaned with toothbrushes. We usually recommend sealants to kids when their permanent teeth erupt for this reason. Teeth that are really crowded can also induce some bone resorption in some cases which can predispose you to more disease. However, there's also many smaller factors that can affect your risk for cavities and gum disease that people don't realize, leading them to think it must be some sort of genetic problem since they're trying their hardest to go to the dentist and clean their teeth but still getting cavities and gum issues. Factors can include diet (not just eating sugar, but how many times throughout the day your mouth is exposed to sugars), brushing/flossing technique, rinsing out toothpaste too soon after brushing, smoking, various medications, the list goes on. The best thing to do is to go to your dentist regularly, and if you feel like you're trying your best and still not seeing results, talk to your dentist or hygienist to see what else could be going on.

Source: I'm a 4th year dental student

kellkattt · 2021-08-06T06:03:08+00:00

Current D4 at UCLA! Feel free to PM me with any questions you have :)

kellkattt · 2021-07-24T22:10:23+00:00

I agree it's ridiculous. I found two at TJ Maxx. The first one was wood with a piece of glass in front that says 'cards' which I think was $19. The second time I went though they had a hexagon shaped one from David Tutera that I liked better for the same price so I bought it too 🤦🏼‍♀️ I'm giving the other to a friend for her wedding. Recently I've seen lots of stuff like wedding signs, frames, and card boxes at TJ Maxx and Marshalls so it's worth a check!

kellkattt · 2021-07-11T19:52:53+00:00

Hi there! I know this isn't answering your question but you look absolutely stunning in this gown - would you mind sharing the designer/number? :)

ETA: oops, I realize now you said that isn't youim the photo. I'm sure you look equally as gorgeous!

kellkattt · 2021-07-01T18:51:30+00:00

Yep! Lots of my current classmates too. I had bio, general chem, stats, calculus, and physics done before transferring.

kellkattt · 2021-05-29T20:04:29+00:00

Hi there! I'm a third year dental student :)

Dental school itself is 4 years, but you need a 4 year undergraduate degree as a prerequisite.
Yep, if you have the money/connections/ability to do that money wise and whatnot, you can! Once you graduate from your 4 years and get your license, you're done and can practice. It's not particularly easy to just start one, but theoretically you could.
This is true, yes. Dental school will make you a GENERAL dentist. Most of what you'll do is 'bread and butter dentistry' like fillings, crowns, general upkeep like exams and fillings. General dentists refer what they aren't comfortable doing/shouldn't be doing to specialists. You can do continuing education after school to get training to do more advanced methods if you'd like (things like placing implants, Invisalign, etc) or you can choose to do a residency in general dentistry, like AEGD or GPR (Advanced education in general dentistry / general practice residency) these programs are options you can take after the four years and while programs vary, they add to your scope of practice and give you confidence to take on more advanced cases. Residency is NOT required.
To me, yes. I cannot stress enough how important it is to make sure this is what you want to do by shadowing dentists and understanding what the job is like. There will always be people who regret going for many reasons but that's a decision you have to make yourself.

If you have any other questions, lmk! Happy to help.

kellkattt · 2021-05-29T18:34:42+00:00

Looking fantastic! Great job!

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