how can i volunteer or shadow at a dentist office ?
i want to be a dentist and i heard that this would be a good idea
2007-02-02 01:34:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
You are correct that it is a good idea. It's the only way to find out if you may enjoy it as a profession. If you do not personally know any dentists, talk to YOUR dentist at your next visit. I have 2 young people per week observe with me who think they may be interested in the profession. It's an honor when a patient of mine asks to shadow me because they have interest in the profession. I feel like it is my duty to be a good example for the next generation and teach as much as I can. If everyone in a position of authority reached down to pulled up the generation just behind them, the world would be a better place. Best of luck with your career choice!
2007-02-02 01:47:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
call a local dentist and see if you can shadow him or her.
if you are old enough to work, maybe see if you can get a job doing filing or other office work in a dentist office and make sure you let your boss know you want to become a dentist.
2007-02-02 01:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by sparky39fire 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your dentist, or go to the local dental school and ask if you can be an observer, as you are interested in the profession.
2007-02-02 01:38:03 · answer #3 · answered by Clown Knows 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you ask the office manager at your dentist's office? I think shadowing would be very disruptive and annoying to the patient.
2007-02-02 01:41:51 · answer #4 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋