Dental School Q&A! | My Application, Stats, DAT Tips, and More

Welcome to my dental school Q&A! There is a lot to cover in this video and I got a lot of questions, but for those always asking about preparing for dental school and the application process, I hope this helps! A part two may be needed at some point so feel free to leave comments down below. I covered which dental schools I applied to, how I selected a dental school to attend, my stats including GPA and DAT score, courses I'd find helpful to take before dental school, tips for D1, paying for dental school, loans, specializing, and more.

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:07 Why dentistry?
3:33 Am I specializing?
4:34 Do you have to do a residency?
5:05 Will you own a practice?
5:49 Admissions stats
6:12 How I studied for the DAT
8:26 Undergrad major, what classes to take
9:49 Extracurriculars
11:39 Where I applied, my top choice schools?
17:08 Interview tips
18:31 Dealing with rejection
18:49 Pets in dental school
19:03 Biggest tip for D1
19:35 Preparing in high school
19:41 Best classes to take to prepare for dental school
20:46 Paying for dental school
21:15 Hands on experience

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[sierramiller]

*me, fully into my own career, not planning on ever becoming a dentist* : mmhmm yes, totally agree, excellent work Kathryn

[mariahhbott]

The fact that Kathryn can do dental school, and YouTube is pretty amazing!

[Sharecare]

This was probably one of the most helpful videos for pre-dental students. Thank you for this! Please never stop making dental related videos <3 I love watching your vlogs!!

[ahishajones]

I'm a PhD student in clinical psyc. Love how much you emphasize the importance of interpersonal skills, I think EVERY profession where you have to interact with humans should have psyc pre-reqs!

[nickkallas]

DAT Bootcamp is the only way to go! I followed the study schedule, took the practice tests, and felt more than prepared on test day.

[sydssaltysmiles]

Incoming D1 here, while shadowing I shadowed many physicians and not a single one was happy with their career or recommended it. Many of the dentists if not all of them were happy with their careers.

[briyee-sandoval]

Didn't go to dental school, I don't have any interest in ever doing that, I went to school for something not even remotely related to the dental or medical field, but I still found this fascinating. I was one of those students that absolutely loved school and seeing you talking about your studies just bring me back to those good old days lol

[happysunflower]

Just submitted my apps! Thank you for sharing your advice, I absolutely love your dental school content. I love what you had to say about being practical and not caring about clout. I also applied to UNLV and you’re selling me on the school so maybe I’ll see you there!

[jesusiskingofmyheart]

I’m currently a nursing student but I love Kathryn & all of her videos so I’m watching this too😭💕

[pamelag]

So basically you were a perfect applicant… got it!😭

[lvnette]

I don't know why, but I came across your video at the most perfect timing. I have been extremely discouraged with school lately. I'm so happy to have watched your informative video! I found it super motivating.

[loganduncan]

I'm starting dental school at UNLV in a few months (incoming D1). So much of what you said resonated with me. I benefit from having worked as a dental assistant the last two years after I transitioned from wanting to be a veterinarian/human physician. I HIGHLY agree that the choice you made to choose your school based upon the clinical experience it offers is one of the smartest things you can do. This was made so clear having worked for years as a dental assistant gaining experience with endo, implants, IV sedation, 3rd molar extractions, etc. I was accepted to multiple schools myself and ended up choosing UNLV b/c of its notoriety for giving students one of the best clinical experiences in the country. Most students don't understand how important early clinical exposure is and then unfortunately graduate as dentists which feel underprepared. UNLV also has it where they let all out of state students apply for residency reclassification after paying one year out of state. I just wanted to back you on everything you talked about and this video has me even more excited to start school at UNLV. I'll be moving from Florida :( not looking forward to my 3-4 day drive but I'll see you soon!

[bigbtyjdy]

To anyone who is interested and dental school and worried about money I am a 4th year dental student and have had a waitressing job on the weekends all 4 years. It’s definitely doable if you prioritize your time wisely!

[zoievilla]

Honestly have done so much research as far as my path into dentistry. I’m nervous because I wasn’t initially planning on applying to dental school until I began assisting. I initially planned to teach and after the pandemic and I had the opportunity to assist at a dentistry and I love it. Your video definitely helped to mentally prepare myself for the amount of studying for the DAT and I hope that you’re still killing it in dental school!

[abigailbarnes]

I love that you said you’re over choosing schools based on their name

[erikaerhardt]

Anyone else just like. Wow Kathryn is so smart and ambitious.

[novarattu]

Thank you for keeping it real! Im currently doing undergrad and changing my major to psychology. Can’t wait till dental school!!

[vicky-syhx]

thank you for being honest and sharing your stats! i’m an incoming biology major at unlv, and your vids make me more excited for what’s to come as a pre-dental student :)

[maggievanwinkle]

Thank you so much!! I learned a lot. You answered some things I never even thought about. I appreciate it!!

[SoyAleAlabarda]

I just love watching you videos, full doctor here! In my second year of internal medicine residency, but listening to extracurricular to get into dental school like ✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻 lol you are such a great inspiration 💖💖