Other Must Read Articles on NBDE / DDS
For many Indian & Asian students who have finished their Dental Graduation , going abroad to countries like USA & CANADA and settling there as a professional dentist , is a big dream . But before venturing in to any such journey a clear cut & definite idea about all the rules , regulations and finances is very necessary .
When it comes to license requirements or application to international or advanced standing programs for foreign trained dentists, NBDE is by far considered the common denominator and the first step in this long process. As of now the NBDE exam consists of two parts and it’s administered by the ADA Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE).
When it comes to license requirements or application to international or advanced standing programs for foreign trained dentists, NBDE is by far considered the common denominator and the first step in this long process. As of now the NBDE exam consists of two parts and it’s administered by the ADA Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE).
But before venturing in to any such journey a clear cut & definite idea about all the rules , regulations and finances is very necessary . If one enters such a venture without proper planning & resources , it can cause lot of tensions .
Hey Doctors ,welcome back …. So this article is all about NATIONAL BOARDS DENTAL EXAMS (NBDE) starting from peer pressure, books, strategy till the applications form, evaluations and everything. The day we dream about doing DDS, a stream of questions just comes out from our mind like syllabus, books , procedure and then we end up with discouragements and underestimations due to ample of unanswered questions…..
For Indian/foreign dentists to practice in America,DDS is a must and then again DDS is not all that easy.Here is a little information that will help the aspiring ones settle down easily.Certain colleges in the US that offer Advanced Standing Program (DDS/DMD) to foreign trained dentists require at least NDEB (National Dental Examining Board) Part I.
Links for NBDE PART 1 & PART 2
PREPARATION MATERIALS/BOOKS
An Advice to all Aspirants
You all by now, know the value of Study Materials in the preparation of NBDE. Also keep in mind that every year the question sets are updated with new additions. When you are planning for DDS, then why act miserly and try to download old, outdated version of study materials. They are not going to be of help any way. Also it’s not easy to get the scanned online versions. Even if you do manage to get some papers from some of your seniors – they will be very old versions.
Check out these Books that will help you in your preparation. These are selected few popular books and every NBDE aspirant must have them.
The Official Steps – Guide for International Dentists to Work in USA by
American Dental Association
Two Best Selling Books on NBDE Test Papers by Mosby. Another two books and useful guides published by Mosby are: Mosby’s Review for the NBDE, Part I and Mosby’s Review for the NBDE, Part II. They also have very good reviews.
Kaplan Study Materials is also one of the best in the Market for Review of NBDE Preparation
The Very Popular NBDE First Aid Series
Once of the Most Popular Preparing Materials – Dental Decks
DISCLAIMER : This article just provides the basic information. Please note the regulations keep changing from time to time. So always refer with the Official Website for any verification. Also always visit the embassy directly in person to discuss all the latest regulations and costs. Never pay any unverified 3rd Party asking you Money in exchange for making your entry easy to USA. Always follow the official route.
