Dentist Abroad
Expert advice for foreign-trained dentists
Practical tips, success stories, and guidance for your journey to becoming a dentist in the U.S.
I never grew up dreaming of studying abroad. But I was always curious. How do people manage to get an international education?
Read Full StoryAccepted to USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry - The Real Cost of My Dental School Application Journey as a Foreign Trained Dentist
I never grew up dreaming of studying abroad. But I was always curious. How do people manage to get an international education?
Why I Only Applied to 7 Dental Schools (And Got Into 3 of Them)
When you're an international dentist applying to U.S. dental schools, there's a lot of pressure to apply everywhere.
How I Passed the TOEFL with a 107 and the INBDE on My First Try
When I started, I didn't have perfect English. I had graduated years earlier. And I didn't have mentors, tutors, or fancy programs.
How I Got Into One of the Top U.S. Dental Schools (And Made It Work Financially)
Just a few years ago, I was like many of you—dreaming of continuing my dental career in the U.S., but overwhelmed by the cost, process, and unknowns.
How to use Chat GPT effectively to prepare and practice for TOEFL and score 100+
A set of ready-to-use ChatGPT prompts designed specifically to help you practice and prepare for all sections of the TOEFL
How to Stay Mentally Strong (Even When It Feels Impossible)
Let's be honest—this journey is hard. The wait times, the exams, the uncertainty, the comparisons, the self-doubt. It's mentally exhausting.
Work Legally in the U.S. Before Dental School (And Make It Count)
One of the most practical things you can do before starting dental school in the U.S. is to get a legal job that aligns with your goals.
How I Passed the INBDE and TOEFL (Without Burning Out)
The TOEFL and INBDE are two major milestones in your journey to becoming a licensed dentist in the U.S.—and they can feel intimidating.
How Research Can Help You Stand Out as a Foreign-Trained Dentist Applying to U.S. Dental Schools
When you're applying to U.S. dental schools through Advanced Standing Programs (ASPs), it often feels like everyone else has more experience, better English, stronger bench skills, higher scores.
Anna Papian
Dentist Abroad
Sharing my journey and insights to help other international dentists navigate the U.S. dental education system.
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