Dentistry Personal Statement

As a young child, I had multiple tooth extractions due to tooth decay. Although this was unpleasant, it has inspired me to become a dentist because I want to educate others about good oral health to prevent them from experiencing similar problems. Through having orthodontic braces, I have witnessed the impact that dentistry has on our lives. This is because braces helped to improve the appearance of my teeth but also to build my confidence. I believe that my past dental experience is valuable because it will enable me to empathise with patients and to reassure them that they are not alone.
To ensure that dentistry is the right career for me, I have attended open days, spoken to dental students and I have completed a dentistry-related online course. I discovered the benefits of this career such as the opportunity to manage your own practice, however, I was also made aware that dentistry is physically demanding and can be stressful. I would usually deal with stress in my
Through observing the dentists carrying out fillings, tooth extractions and root canals, I have realised the importance of having good manual dexterity. I have been doing art and crafts, such as knitting, which has improved my manual dexterity. I also noticed that the dental team worked together. This has made me appreciate each member of the dental team and has brought me to understand that without this teamwork, the dentists would struggle to carry out their role. Through participating in my school's sports team for netball, I believe that I was able to learn valuable skills such as teamwork and leadership which would help to strengthen my role as a dentist. I did a first aid certificate course at school and this has reinforced my interest of choosing a career where I could be providing care to patients on a daily