Question received from Instagram:'Hi! I’m a high school sophomore and I was wondering what I should do this summer since I want to be a dentist? Thanks! :)"
Here are some of the answers from Instagram users:
1. "Do very well in school now. Consider accelerated programs. Shadow. Save money."
2. "Ask you dentist or local dentists around for shadowing opportunities."
3. "Shadow a general dentist once a week to make sure it's what you want to do."
4. "Enjoy your summer. High school isn't a big factor. Just make sure you make good grades."
5. Shadow! Try to shadow different specialties to get an overall view of dentistry!"
6. Shadow to make sure it's something you're really interested in/passionate about!"
Hope this helps! :)