The Dental Pipeline

A strong GPA is important, but dental schools are looking for much more than academic success. In this episode of The Dental Pipeline Podcast, we break down the first two of the four major extracurricular pillars of a competitive dental school application: dental-related activities and service. We'll discuss why each area matters, common mistakes students make, and how to find meaningful oppor...

Success in undergrad doesn't happen by accident—it starts with a game plan. In this episode of The Dental Pipeline Podcast, we share practical tips, tricks, and lessons we've learned throughout our undergraduate journeys. From academics and shadowing to research, leadership, service, and networking, we'll discuss the habits and strategies that can help pre-dental students maximize thei...

"I want to be a dentist... now what?" That's a question some high school students ask, and if this is you join us in this episode, as we help answer it. We discuss what aspiring dentists can do during high school to explore the profession, build strong academic habits, gain valuable experiences, and prepare for the journey ahead. If you've already set your sights on dentistry, th...

Welcome to the opener for the first season of The Dental Pipeline Podcast! In this episode, we're introducing the Pre-Dental Playbook—your game plan for navigating the journey to dental school. We'll walk through some of the key "plays" that successful pre-dental students use to build strong applications, gain valuable experiences, and stay on track throughout college. Whether yo...

Before the prerequisites, the DAT, and the applications comes a simple question: Why dentistry? In this episode, we share our individual paths into the profession and discuss the factors that drew us toward a career in dentistry. We also explore the Good, Better, and Best reasons for becoming a dentist, challenging listeners to think beyond income or prestige and consider the deeper opportunities...

Behind every dentist is a story. To aid you in your goal of becoming a successful dentist, we’ve created this podcast to educate and elevate you in your dental journey.