I am Dr.Hatim Alqurashi and I graduated last year with a bachelor degree in dental surgery (BDS) with an excellent GPA from the University Of Dammam College Of Dentistry, Dammam, Saudi Arabia. I am extremely enthusiastic to apply for world-renowned Orthodontic program(s) in the United States. State of the art training in Orthodontic program will help me correct irregularities of teeth of individuals, thus improving their esthetics and self-image in addition to preventing dental/oral complications. I am fully determined to help patients because that really satisfies me as a health care professional. My recruitment as a teaching assistant at King Faisal University, AlHassa, Saudi Arabia also require me to obtain specialized training in Orthodontics …show more content…
Creating a club of volunteer dental students participating in different community services aimed at improving the oral health of people was my brainchild. As a freshmen, I entered the College with the enthusiasm of serving the community, however, there was lack of volunteer work and extracurricular activities among students were almost non-existent. I used to be active in voluntary and extracurricular activities during my high school, so I arranged a meeting with the Dean of the College in the third week of the start of my first year, and he kindly allowed me to establish a club of volunteers to help students and …show more content…
I must say that I was lucky to get involved in high quality research projects during final year and internship program. During my final year, as a team leader, I came up with the idea of conducting research on smoking and oral health among schoolchildren in Dammam and that was readily accepted by our supervisor and received ethical approval from Scientific Research Club of the College. My responsibilities were to write research proposal, collect and analyze data, and write manuscript. It was really a superb experience of working within a highly motivated team under the guidance of our dynamic supervisor. We presented the poster of our study in International Association of Dental Research (IADR) conference in Boston in 2014. Later our research was published in a peer reviewed Saudi dental journal. Because of my keen interest in Orthodontics, I led a study about the prevalence of malocclusion in adolescents during my internship program and the manuscript has been sent for
It is 8:40 p.m. of Tuesday night and I'm leaving the King Fahd General hospital driving home with John Mayer melodies bringing peaceful and relaxing vibes into the car compartments.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry which involves the prevention and correction of irregularities in the teeth. The ones who practice orthodontics and specialize the field are called orthodontists. An orthodontist has specialized and in depth knowledge about the human teeth and jaws. Providing treatment for people who have problems associated with their teeth and jaws has been their goal. The treatment provided will be varied from person to person depending on their ailment. The orthodontists make sure that our teeth and jaws are in good condition.
My ambition for studying a degree for dental hygiene propagated during my research about it. I am very much aware of the importance of the hygienist's role in maintaining the patient's health as I have already experienced it during work experience in a dental surgery. I enjoy helping patients and I am able to communicate with different types of people. I can handle difficult situations in a small period of time without hesitation. I read scientific journals and enjoy researching about science and learning about the human body to develop my knowledge. I am currently studying BTEC level 3 sciences at St Albans Academy. I also achieved a gold Duke Of Edinburgh award and demonstrated effective leadership skills during my expeditions and practises. I The role of a dental hygienist comes with a big responsibility
After being lost, puzzled, and indecisive for a while now about which health-related career I desire the most, I finally made up my mind and selected a major. I decided to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science after accomplishing an Associate’s Degree in Science, which is an open field filled with opportunities for several health professions. I realized that a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science is the way to go as it enables me to switch back and forth between all of the health occupations that I worship. Down the road, I can even further my education and specialize in a specific domain that I am willing to commit to. In general, Health Science is a major where professionals undergo several tasks such as improving their community’s health and overall wellbeing, get involved in nutrition related conditions, use epidemiological techniques, counteract various infections, and enrich physical and daily health routines.
Ever since I was a little kid, I have loved going to the dentist. I was never scared, not even when I went for my fillings and wisdom teeth extractions. Mostly all the hygienist I have had so far have been friendly, patient and always ready to help with a big smile on their face and that is what attracted me towards this career. I want to help people in need that cannot afford the services.
In my experiences, I have found pinpointing a career and channeling my aspirations extremely difficult tasks. That being said, like most difficult endeavors in life, there exists extraordinary reward. Through research, soul searching, and trial and error, I realize that I aspire to make an impact in as many people’s lives as possible, while still taking care of myself and my future family. That is where dentistry comes in to play.
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After the treatment and procedure is complete, patients leave with healthier, more beautiful teeth, giving them the confidence to ask someone out on a date or the confidence to smile on an important job interview. Dentistry is and has been for centuries, an important aspect of people’s ...
The goal was to show admission faculties of dental schools that I am capable of mastering upper-level biology classes such as Human Gross Anatomy and Histology and to prepare for my future study in dental school. During my Master’s study at Mississippi College, I developed a strict lifestyle through time management in order to maximize time for studies. I graduated with a Master’s degree in Biomedical Science with a 3.7 GPA. The success at Mississippi College gave me the confidence that I can be successful in any dental
It is a non-profit facility that provides dental care to the uninsured in the Arkansas River Valley. My most valued and diverse dental experiences have come from the clinic, which allows pre-dental students to assist with taking patient vitals, prepping the room, and autoclaving instruments. The RVCC revealed a new side of dentistry I had never experienced, I once believed good oral hygiene always resulted in a healthy mouth. The clinic quickly amended my beliefs and made me realize it was not so black and white. At RVCC, I experienced a pregnant woman in tears because her teeth had begun to fall out due to a calcium deficiency. Weeks later, a man broke down because he was experiencing pain and tooth decay as a side effect to chemotherapy. Each of the cases brought a sense of wonder on how the dentist would cure and restore the patients. At a point where I was lost at words, the dentist found solutions that resulted in both patients leaving emotionally uplifted by producing confident smiles. These once unknown grey areas I discovered at the clinic made it evident that I too wanted to enter the diverse field of
My interest in the dental industry happen by total happenstance. As a successful cosmetologist, I wasn 't planning on being in this industry nor did I have any interest dentistry initially. By someone 's advice I decided to take a chance on it. Upon my visit to a ten week dental assisting program, I met with an admissions counselor. She, also a cosmetologist, mentioned that she noticed a lot cosmetologists transitioning over into dentistry. That sparked an interest in me to look into other more reputable schools. I thought about the two industries and how much they have in common. Things like dentistry being very skill-based and having an aspect of art. There is definitely a certain level of hand skills that you have to have, as well as working
Communicating with one’s eyes is crucial in dentistry. In a room where faces hide behind masks and mouths are full of instruments, it is necessary to wordlessly convey reassurance and kindness. I witnessed the significance of this detail during my childhood in Taiwan. Growing up, I did not brush my teeth until I was eight years old because I did not understand the importance of oral hygiene, causing an oral infection that inflamed my cheek. When I first received treatment, the sight of the lidocaine syringe and dental handpiece struck fear in me. However, what I recall most vividly were the dentist’s eyes; they expressed confidence and empathy, promising I was in good hands. I strive to emulate this thoughtful care as a welcoming, compassionate, and effective dentist.
During my high school days, I had an opportunity to visit the dental office frequently accompanying my mother. Her appreciation for the dentist and impressive outcomes inadvertently augmented my interest in dentistry, resulting in the decision to pursue
The department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Children’s of Alabama is comprised of two world class surgeons: Drs Kathlyn Powell, D.M.D, M.D and Peter Waite D.M.D, M.D. Dr. Powell is the state of Alabama’s first dedicated pediatric oral surgeon and is an associate professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Dentistry. Dr. Waite serves as Chair of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and also as a full time professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Dentistry.
Starting the ninth grade with a mouth full of brackets was not at all how I envisioned starting my high school career. However, two and a half years of embarrassing school pictures, agonizing pain, and a lisp, the final product made it all worth it. The day I completed my orthodontic treatment made me realize why people choose to pursue dentistry. The instantaneous boost in self-confidence that I found from a glowing, electric smile was what sparked my