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of all info : The Orkut version

November 6, 2014
Originally compiled and uploaded by some kind soul on Orkut. Unfortunately I dont remember her name else I would
have certainly put it here. I have only redone the formatting a little and pointed out some things that have changed
now. Hope it helps. ALL THE BEST! Shreyas O.
DISCLAIMER: This info is now old. Like REALLY, really old but the tips given remain as effective now as they
were then. please use this only as a guide to understand the general process. most of these things (especially
pass/fail, exam and application costs, etc) have changed. although several links might now be dead, some might still
work, yet it is strongly encouraged that you find the most updated ones yourself. google is your best friend through
this entire process.
The date is included so that future students might know how old this document is.

ADA: NBDE
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/nbde01/index.asp

NBDE Part I Candidate Guide :
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/nbde01/nbde01_candidate_guide_2008.pdf
Testing Checklist :
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/nbde01/nb_checklist.pdf
Frequently Asked Questions :
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/nbde01/nbde01_faq.pdf

Apply for the Examination
Examination Fee: $260. (This has definitely changed)

Examination Software Demo & Sample Questions
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/natboard/part1/demo/index.htm

What is the NBDE part I?
The NBDE part I is the National Board Dental Exam. The NBDE is part of the dental licensure requirement, along with
the NBDE part II, and your state or regional licensing exam. The first part of the NBDE exam is usually taken after the
second year of dental school, although it is taken after the first year at a few schools. The exam is taken on the
computer and consists of 400 questions.

How long is the NBDE exam?
Dental students are given 7 hours and a 1 hour lunch break for the exam.

What is tested on part I of the NBDE?
The exam consists of 400 questions - 100 questions for each of the following broad categories: Anatomic sciences,
Biochemistry & Physiology, Microbiology & Pathology, and Dental Anatomy & Occlusion. All questions are in the
multiple choice format and some are grouped together in clinical testlets. To get more details on the subcategories
tested, view the NBDE candidate guide from the ADA.

What are testlets?
A recent change to the first part of the NBDE is the addition of clinical testlets. In the exam, about 20% of the
questions you will see will be in the testlet format. In this format, 6 to 10 questions are grouped into a clinical case. A
patient chart with information on the patients complaint and basic medical history is provided on the computer
before each testlet and the following 6 to 10 questions all relate to that specific patient.

How is the NBDE exam scored?
The score on the NBDE is not a percentage of the correct answers, but instead is a scaled score based on the number

of questions you answered correctly compared to score scale.

What is the minimum score to pass the first part of the NBDE?
The minimum passing score for the NBDE part I is a 75.

What is the average score for the NBDE part I?
The average varies by year, but by using a scale for the exam, the ADA aims to keep the average around an 85-89 (no
longer true it is now simply PASS or FAIL).
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 NBDE (National Board Dental
Exam) Part I. Most of these require a score of at least 83-85% (not any more). To cut down the competition, the
number of applicants and various other reasons some dental schools are also asking for NBDE Part II now.

Now there are certain points that every aspirant should be well versed with, to make it big in the new land.
Fortunately, US state boards don't pay heed to the name of the college from where you got a DDS/DMD Degree. To
practice in some states, the same is also not mandatory, however they may require you to have had attended at
least 2 years of advanced training in dentistry in US.

ADVANCED STANDING PROGRAM: The dental schools that offer this program have increased in the recent past and
the number of seats has also increased consequently. Nonetheless, the competition is still high and they look for high
scores in NBDE exams (no score any more).

Although ADP web site does not lists schools that offer the program, sending e-mail to the dental school admission
office will help you get all the required basic info. The dental schools provide all the financial help information, when
approached.The banks or lender organizations ask for a co-applicant or a guarantor who is an American Citizen or at
least a Green Card holder with a good credit.The average annual percentage of these loans range from 6.00% to
9.00% and is dependent upon the Federal Interest rate or another Federal rates published quarterly in financial
reports in US. People who are either citizen/Green card holders of US, stand eligible to get the Federal Loan.

The following points need to be taken care of:
1) For NBDE Part 1: Follow simple rules: Study Kaplan Material, which includes Dental Decks; 20 years Question
papers and Review notes. Since new pattern has started from January 2007, make sure you have latest decks and
other study materials like Remembered questions, Clinical Vignettes and Illustrations. In case, you dont understand
a topic, always refer your books which you studied during your BDS/MDS.
Apart from Kaplan material, you need a new latest book which is among hottest seller these days: First Aid to NBDE
Part 1. This book is a short concise guide to write your NBDE Part 1. In case of further guidance and how to obtain
these books you can always contact me.

2) (ALL NUMERICAL INFO CONTAINED IN THIS POINT HAS CHANGED) The cost of appearing in Computerized NBDE
Part 1 is US $250. Apart from that
Transcript Evaluation costs another US $125. Please have a Visa or Mastercard
International Credit Card by this stage, otherwise you are just delaying your long
application process by going to banks and wasting your time unnecessarily. Many
universities accept only Credit card. So, have one as soon as possible.

3) Obtaining US Visa is the biggest hurdle in your American dreams. Remember, a few tips: Your confidence and the
way you carry yourself is number one important factor. The interviewers at US embassy are personality readers and
lie-detectors. Be truthful in front of them and never argue with them. Just answer clearly to whatever they say and
never ever try to question their authority. B1/B2 category is for business/tourist visa and F1 is student visa.

4) If you score less than 85 percentile in NBDE Part 1, just forget your results and again take your exam. Admissions

these days are highly competitive and you need greater than 87 percentile to stand a chance. Other thing you need
to take is TOEFL iBT/ CBT (costing US $150) . Remember, TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years time while NBDE scores
have atleast 10 years validity.
5) Then follow the rigorous Application process:

At this stage you need:

a) Your official NBDE Part1 and TOEFL iBT/CBT scores. You need 100 in TOEFL iBT or 250 in CBT. (CONFIRM THIS)

b) 3 Letters of Recommendation

c) A solid and professional Career Statement or Statement of Purpose

d) Transcript Evaluation Reports

e) Original Transcripts signed by Dean/Principal of your college/university

f) University/ Dental School selection depending upon your NBDE Part 1 scores and your GPA. Each application costs
from US $75 to US $150.

g) Then if you get a call for interviewboom .you have a great chance of making it. Again, interview needs strong
communication and interpersonal skills.

h) In some universities, especially based in California, NBDE Part 2 and clinical skills are required; which needs clinical
training. In my opinion, SHORT COURSES by ICDR can be really helpful for that aspect.

i) Then, if you get admitted to DDS/DMD program, youll need a co-signer (can be a relative or a friend) who is either
a US citizen or Green card holder for your Student loan. Loans are very easy and long term like 15-20 years. The loan
amount even covers your living expenses and if you have a spouse and children, they cover even that. Typically,
yearly expenses are in the range of US $ 80,000 to one lakh dollar. So, a two year program will cost US $1,60,000 to
US $200,000.

j) But heres a good news after all the big expenses talk: DENTISTS and SPECIALIST DOCTORS remain the most
lucrative and best salaried profession.

k) On an average, a dentist in USA starts from $ 100,000 to $ 1,25,000. In 2005,

5% Americans had an annual salary in excess of one lakh dollar or more. So, when you start your career in USA as a
dentist, you straightaway belongs to upper 5% income group bracket in USA. Thats a big reward you get for all pains
and hardships associated with being a dentist.

l) Above all, US unlike UK, has a stable work permit, read H1B, plans followed by
Green Card, and then US citizenship.

B) The second option is for MDS level dentists or BDS having good amount of work experience and research
publications who want to do PG in US.

a) If you want to be a practicing dentist in USA, DDS is the only option.

b) But, in case u dont want to do DDS and straightaway wants admission in MSD or MS in Dentistry in fields like
General Dentistry, Pedodontics, Periodontics; Operative Dentistry; Endodontics; Dental Public Health (Preventive
Dentistry) ; Orthodontics; admissions are highly competitive , but possible.

c) Foreign dental graduates are not eligible for MSD in Oral Surgery.


d) Orthodontics is again very tough to get into.

e) Majority of PG degree courses have NBDE Part 1 and Part 2 as admission criteria. These courses are equivalent to
MDS in India (you can check DCI website) .

f) Most of these programs are two to three years on duration and need very strong academic and professional
documentation.

g) Expenses are less as compared to DDS; range is from $ 20,000 to $ 70,000 per annum.

h) Jobs after completing your PG are in dental schools as faculty/research. But believe me, pay scales are even better
than DDSyes, its in excess of $1,50,000 and above.

C) The other option for DENTISTS and DOCTORS is to do Masters in Public Health (MPH) or Masters in Hospital
Administration (MHA) . These courses dont cost a bomb but again, salary levels are low as compared to
dentists/physicians/specialists. But these degree courses does offer a good living in USAas compared to rich living
associated with Dentists/Doctors (as per US Standards) . The main thing needed is GRE and TOEFL and work
experience. The fees for a typical two year course ranges from $ 22,000 to $ 45,000.
On getting admission, you apply for F1 (Student visa) . But all this again needs strong documentation. The
best part is US Immigration laws permit you to work 20 hrs /week on-campus during fall and spring and 40hrs/week
during summer. Effectively, your earnings can take care of your monthly expenditure and also, you can get
scholarships also to make your education free of cost, but everything needs to be planned before time and
application deadlines are very strictly adhered by universities.

Some Common Questions and their Answers
Question :I have done four years BDS but has not completed internship. Got married and went to USA, what are his
options now ? Can he join a DDS or any other pg course ?
Answer: You must complete your internship without it your degree is not complete and technically you are not a
graduate.

Question : I am doing dentistry in India, can I write national board in US before completing internship?

Answer: Dental students in USA can write national boards part 1 after their 2nd year but part 2 can only be done
after degree. I suggest that it is best that person does complete the degree and do the part 1 as this is a crucial score
and a person must score 85 percentile or more for better future.
To practice, a dentist must pass a licensing examination administered by an individual state or more
commonly a region. There are a handful of states that maintain independent dental licensing examinations while the
majority accept a regional board examination. The Northeast Regional Board (NERB), Western Regional Board
(WREB), Central Regional Dental Testing Service (CRDTS, and Southern Regional Testing Agency (SRTA) are the four
regional testing agencies that administer licensing examinations. Once the examination is passed, the dentist may
then apply to individual states that accept the regional board test passed. Each state requires one to pass an
ethics/jurisprudence examination as well before a license is granted. To maintain one's dental license the doctor
must complete Continuing Education (CE) courses periodically. This promotes the continued exploration of
knowledge. The amount of CE required varies from state to state but is generally 10-24 CE hours a year
Advanced Standing Dentist Programs california
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-9000

http://dentistry.ucsf.edu/index.htm

University of the Pacific
School of Dentistry

2155 Webster Street

San Francisco, California 94115
(415) 929-6400

http://www.dental.uop.edu

Loma Linda University
School of Dentistry
International Dentist Program
Loma Linda, California 92350
(909) 558-4669

http://www.llu.edu/llu/dentistry/index.html

University of Southern California
School of Dentistry
925 West 34th Street, Room 201
Los Angeles, California 90089-0641
(213) 740-2841

http://www.usc.edu/hsc/dental/

nbde GOOD PLANNING.....AND PREPARATION TIPS
Preparing for Part 1 exam may be sometimes very confusing with tonns of material available.

Good planning and organization of study material and time helps a lot.

Always remember..!!! First attempt is the best...!!

Its always preferable to work hard to the maximum possible extent during the first attempt itself.

Here are some tips regarding how to read individual subjects and how to plan for quality preparation.

Hope it helps to secure to cross the magic number 90.

Let me remind you all that "There is no shortcut for success"

you definitely need to dedicate your sleep, enjoyment and rest during the preparation period which I think is worth
in securing an acceptance letter from your favourite dental school.

"All the very best"



ANATOMY, EMBRYOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY tips
ANATOMY, EMBRYOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY

Helpful Materials TO STUDY IN ORDER :
1. B.D. Chaurasia Head & Neck Text book
2. Kaplan review notes ( For Histology )
3. USMLE First Aid

4. Dental decks
5. Question Papers
Rudmans
Gard
Released and other old Papers
MCQ' books

HOW TO STUDY :
* Start with Chaurasia text book, followed by the order of books i mentioned.
* Prepare short notes of important points from every topic
* Prepare Tables For each topic ( For Eg. All facial muscles, origin, Insertion, Function, Nerve supply, Arterial and
venous supply)
I think nearly 25-30 tables will be there for all topics.
I have prepared below one sample table. you can prepare similarly.
MUSCLE: ORIGIN : INSERTION : FUNCTION: NERVE SUPPLY: ARTERIAL SUPPLY: VENOUS DRAINAGE: ANY IMPORTANT
POINTS

sternothyroid: sternum: thyroid cartilage: depress the hyoid bone and larynx during swallowing and speaking: ansa
cervicalis (C1-3): The skin overlying these muscles is supplied by tributaries arising from the superior thyroid artery
,the inferior thyroid artery, and the internal mammary artery,: Inferior thyroid veins: Also called STRAP MUSCLES:

* Prepare flow charts ( For eg. For all cranial nerves Start with their origin and their course of travel till they
reach the destination )
* Start reading Decks cards, Once thorough notes from text book, kaplan review and USMLE is finished.
* Start solving question papers.Always solve questions in a logical manner. Dont ever try to remember or get byheart
the answers.
* Try to solve each question with elimination and explanation process.
* Having short notes for all topics does a great help for revision.
* Self written notes does wonders..Believe me...!!!
Revising the printed material becomes tedious and confusing.
* If you spare 10-12 hrs a day, you can finish all this process in 15-20 days which is pretty simple.
( I think its better if can sit for 13-14 hrs a day. Its always better to study very hard during first attempt).
* Do not forget to revise your hand written notes every sunday till u finish your exam.
I strongly feel that knowing basics and revising whatever we have learnt previously helps better rather learning new
and irrelevant points every day.

NBDE PART 1 PREPARATION MATERIAL
1.] Dental Decks PART 1 2006 -07 ( new decks includes clinical vignette and illustrations sections :
Microbiology- pathology : 322 flash cards, Biochemistry- physiology : 289 flashcards, Anatomy : 328 flashcards,
Dental anatomy : 198 flashcards, clinical vignette : 26 flashcards, Illustrations: 146 flash cards, indexes, total 1309
flash cards)
2 ] 2004 Dental decks for part 1
3 ] 2001 Dental decks for part 1
4.] RELEASED QUESTION PAPERS PART 1-complete set -ASDA ( A-K)
It contain All the ASDA papers with answers from 1977 to 1998,
-National board part-1 exam specifications
- Raw score standard score conversion for Dec. 1998
5 ] Part 1-L Pilot Comprehensive Exam 2004 (released 2005)
& Exclusive 1-M Compiled, released items from approximately 1998-2005 ( 200 questions and answers- newly
released 2006)
6 ] USC and ASDA Database software of Released papers from 1977 to 1998 : very interesting software as you can
play the quiz of papers. You can check your score immediately, You don't have to refer the hard copy of released
papers, as it is very fast and easy to learn the released papers on this software.

It is also provides the questions and answers of individual subjects like questions and answers of :Biochemistry,
Physiology, Histology, Anatomy, Microbiology
Pathology, Dental anatomy, Occlusion, Dental anatomy subsets: Anterior teeth,Posterior teeth,Primary
teeth,Miscellaneous
7.] Kaplan PART 1 Review book ( 2005 edition ) and Kaplan Supplementary EXAMS -PART1 has all the text needed for
part 1 in all part subjects - very explanatory - specifically for boards .. supp exams are NBDE model questions and
answers with explanations
It contain the explanations of the answers of some model papers of ASDA also,
8] OTHER MATERIAL of 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 more than 4000Qs
9] Kaplan Question bank
10] University of Pacific Boards- Part-I Notes
11] RUDMEN BOOK
12] GARDS Book
13] DENTAL mCQ BOOK:MORE THAN 4000 MCQs ON PART 1
14] HUMAN BODY ATLAS of Grant
15] REVIEW OF DENTISTRY Book
16] SURFACE ANATOMY-WHOLE BODY
Softwares : Very informative and interactive reference guides for Part-1 exam to clear doubts.
17] Interactive atlas of Human Anatomy- Netter- software
18] HUMAN ANATOMY - FULL BODY - WITH NEURO ANATOMY - software - WITH MORE THAN 500 IMAGES AND 300
ANIMATIONS
19] BIOCHEMISTRY Soft ware- detailed biochemistry
- specifically genes , proteins in medicine and hormones
20] A different Biochemistry software- very useful for bio chemistry subject
21] RADIOLOGY OF HEAD AND NECK AREA - software- case study in head and neck area
22] OTHER material :
Decks corrections
NBDE Diseases & syndrome- short and sweet information
USMLE Step 1 Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology
Tooth Morphology Chart for NBDE 1
Medical Mnemonics BOOK WITH 200 PAGES
23] USMLE First Aid Step 1 book-2007 (latest edition: MUST READ excellent for new pattern covering clinical Q)
24] Miscellaneous COLLECTIONS.

25] USMLE STEP 1 Kaplan Notes, also contains 800 odd questions in Q-book.
1.Step1 Kaplan - Anatomy
2.Step1 Kaplan - Behavioral_Sciences
3.Step1 Kaplan - Biochemistry
4.Step1 Kaplan - Microbiology-Immunology
5.Step1 Kaplan - Pathology
6.Step1 Kaplan - Pharmacology
7.Step1 Kaplan - Physiology
8.Step1 Kaplan - Q-book
9.Step1 Kaplan - YOUR KAPLAN MEDICAL TIMELINE
10.Step1 Kaplan - Errata

26]. Dental Secrets, 2nd Edition by: Stephen T. Sonis (Editor)

27.] Guyton A.C., J. E. Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology
28]. Slootweg Dental Pathology - A Practical Introduction
29]. Cawson's Essentials of Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine (7th edition)
Authors: R. A. Cawson, Stephen R. Porter, E. W. Odell, 402 pages
30]. Essentials of Microbiology for Dental Students, 2nd Edition
Authors: Bagg, Jeremy; MacFarlane, T. Wallace; Poxton, Ian R.; Smith, Andrew J.; Bagg, Simon
31]. Human Anatomy & Physiology, 7/e -Authors: Elaine N. Marieb

32]. Schaum's Easy Outline of Human Anatomy and Physiology

For students looking for a quick overview of subject



SOPHAS (Schools of Public Health Application Service)

to pursue a graduate education in public health. Public health offers you many rewarding career choices where you
can make a difference in the health and well-being of others. SOPHAS is now open and 26 out of the 40 CEPH
accredited
schools of public health are participating in SOPHAS.

http://www.sophas.org/index.cfm
http://www.sophas.org/schoolMaps.cfm

Schools of Public Health currently participating in SOPHAS

Boston University School of Public Health
Drexel University School of Public Health
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services
Harvard School of Public Health
Loma Linda University School of Public Health
Ohio State University College of Public Health
Saint Louis University School of Public Health
Texas A&M Health Science Center School of Rural Public Health
Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
University at Albany SUNY School of Public Health
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health
University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health
University of California at Berkeley School of Public Health
University of California at Los Angeles School of Public Health
University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health
University of Kentucky College of Public Health
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Public Health
University of Minnesota School of Public Health
University of North Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health
University of Oklahoma College of Public Health
University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health
University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health
University of South Florida College of Public Health
University of Texas School of Public Health
Yale School of Public Health


Master of Public Health
Master of Public Health
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Threads in SDN Forum : Masters of Public Health [ MPH ]

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/forumdisplay.php?f=94

WHAT MASTERS DEGREES ARE OFFERED?

The most common masters degrees in the field of health care administration and health care management are:

* MHA: Master of Health Administration
* MHA: Master of Health Care Administration / Master of Healthcare Administration
* MHSA: Master of Health Services Administration
* MPH: Master of Public Health
* MBA: Master of Business Administration: Health Sector Concentration

There are also variations on these basic degrees.

HOW DO THESE DEGREES DIFFER?

There are similarities among these degrees and all can be found among the top health care management programs in
the field. It is a good idea to consider the type of organization where you would like to work and investigate whether
such organizations prefer one of the above degrees. MBA programs tend to provide a general management core
followed by courses specializing in health care. MHA and MHSA programs tend to provide health care content
throughout the program. MPH programs tend to have more of a public sector orientation. Joint degrees are often
possible, but require additional time.

Within these general degree distinctions, programs have different emphases and patterns of graduate placement
with respect to health care delivery organizations, consulting, public service, and other areas within the health
sector. You should investigate specific programs to determine which will best prepare you for your desired career
track.

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SCHOOLS ALSO LISTED HERE


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ANATOMIC SCIENCES: distribution of No. of Qs
ANATOMIC SCIENCES [100]

* The following topics will be considered under each category of gross anatomy:
Bone
Muscles
Fascia
Nerves (peripheral and autonomic)
Arteries, veins, and lymphatics
Spaces and cavities
Joints and ligaments
Endocrines and exocrines

* 1.0. Gross Anatomy* [49]
1.1. Head

1.1.1. Oral cavity

1.1.2. Extraoral structures
1.1.3. Osteology
1.1.4. TMJ and muscles of mastication
1.2. Neck
1.3. Axilla, shoulders, and upper extremities
1.4. Thoracic cavity
1.5. Abdominopelvic cavity
1.6. Central nervous system & neuroanatomy
2.0. Histology [23]
2.1. Ultrastructure
2.2. Basic tissues
2.3. Bone, cartilage, and joints
2.4. Lymphatic and circulatory systems
2.5. Endocrine system
2.6. Respiratory system
2.7. Gastrointestinal system
2.8. Genitourinary system
2.9. Integument
3.0.Oral Histology [16]
3.1. Tooth and supporting tissues
3.2. Soft oral tissues
3.3. Temporomandibular joint
4.0. Developmental Biology [11]
4.1. Osteogenesis
4.2. Tooth development, eruption, and movement
4.3. Facial and branchial arch development
4.4. General embryology
5.0. Professional Ethics/Patient Management [1]



BIOCHEMISTRY-PHYSIOLOGY :distribution of No. of Qs
1.0. Biological Compounds [10]
Sugars and carbohydrates
Amino acids and proteins
Lipids
Nucleic acids and metabolism
Nutrients and minerals
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross
correlation
2.0. Metabolism [17]
Bioenergetics
Enzymology
Catabolism
Anabolism
Urea cycle
Regulation
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross
correlation
3.0. Molecular and Cellular Biology [9]
DNA/RNA and protein synthesis
Genetic engineering

Cell cycle
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross
correlation
4.0. Connective Tissues [8]
Soft tissue
Hard tissue/calcification
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross
correlation
5.0. Membranes [4]
Structure
Function
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
6.0. Nervous System [6]
General properties
Central nervous system
Autonomic nervous system
Somatic nervous system
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
7.0. Muscle [6]
Skeletal
Smooth
Cardiac
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
8.0. Circulation [9]
Fluid content and dynamics
Coagulation
Cardiodynamics and electrophysiology
Regulatory mechanisms
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
9.0. Respiration [6]
Mechanical aspects
Gas exchange and transport
Regulation
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
10.0. Renal [8]
Functional anatomy
Blood flow and filtration
Reabsorption and secretion
Regulation
Acid-base balance
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
11.0. Oral Physiology [3]
Taste
Mastication (with reflexes)
Swallowing
12.0. Digestion [5]
Neuromuscular
Secretions
Absorption
Regulation
Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation
13.0 Endocrines [8]
Pituitary/hypothalamus
Reproduction
Signaling systems
Pancreas/parathyroid
Adrenal/thyroid

Intradisciplinary and clinical/cross correlation

14.0. Professional Ethics/Patient Management [1]

MICROBIOLOGY-PATHOLOGY: Distribution of No. of Qs
MICROBIOLOGY-PATHOLOGY [100]
1.0. General Microbiology [20]
1.1. Microbial biochemistry and physiology
1.2. Microbial cytology
1.3. Microbial variations and genetics
1.4. Sterilization and disinfection
1.5. Biology of microorganisms
1.5.1. Bacteria
1.5.2. Viruses
1.5.3. Fungi
1.6. Antibiotics and chemotherapy
1.7. Oral ecology and epidemiology
2.0. Reactions of Tissue to Injury [10]
2.1. Inflammation and repair
2.2. Physical and chemical injury
2.3. Hemodynamic disorders
3.0. Immunology and Immunopathology (at least 3 on oral immunology) [13]
3.1. Host defense mechanisms
3.2. Hypersensitivity
3.3. Immune system
4.0 Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology of
Special Infectious Diseases at least 8 on oral
diseases) [22]
4.1. Bacterial
4.2. Viral
4.3. Fungal
4.4. Chlamydial and rickettsial
5.0 Systemic Pathology [22]
5.1. Cardiovascular
5.2. Respiratory
5.3. Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary
5.4. Genitourinary
5.5. Blood-lymphatic
5.6. Endocrine
5.7. Musculoskeletal
5.8. Genetic diseases
5.9. Nervous system
6.0. Growth Disturbances [12]
6.1. Non-neoplastic
6.2. Neoplasms--etiology, epidemiology, & biology
6.3. Specific neoplasms
7.0. Professional Ethics/Patient Management [1]

DENTAL ANATOMY AND OCCL: Distribution of No. of Qs
DENTAL ANATOMY AND OCCLUSION [100]
1.0. Tooth Morphology [43]
1.1. Primary
1.2. Permanent

1.2.1. Incisors
1.2.2. Canines
1.2.3. Premolars
1.2.4. Molars
2.0. Pulp Cavity Morphology [5]
3.0. Calcification and Eruption [6]
4.0. Principles of Occlusion and Function [37]
4.1. Functional anatomy
4.1.1. Interarch (static and movement)
4.1.1.1. Anterior teeth
4.1.1.2. Posterior teeth
4.1.2. Intra-arch
4.2 Masticatory physiology and biomechanics
4.2.1. Temporomandibular joint
4.2.2. Muscles and ligaments
4.2.3. Determinants of occlusion
5.0. Clinical ConsiderationsTooth Morphology
and Anomalies [8]
6.0. Professional Ethics/Patient Management [1]


MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY ONLINE NOTES
Dr Charles Bryan of the USC School of Medicine discusses important microorganisms in infectious disease

PART ONE: IMMUNOLOGY
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/immunol-sta.htm

PART TWO: BACTERIOLOGY
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/bact-sta.htm

PART THREE: VIROLOGY
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/virol-sta.htm

PART FOUR: PARASITOLOGY
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/parasit-sta.htm

PART FIVE: MYCOLOGY
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/mycol-sta.htm

PART SIX: INFECTIOUS DISEASE
http://pathmicro.med.sc.edu/book/infectious%20disease-sta.htm


Clinical Parasitology NOTES
INTRODUCTION TO PARASITOLOGY
https://blue.utb.edu/medlabtech/parasit_mycology/parasitlec1.html

PHYSIOLOGY PREPARATION
HELPFUL MATERIAL TO STUDY IN ORDER :

1. Kaplan review notes ( For Histology )
2. USMLE First Aid
3. Dental decks
4. Question Papers
5. Any text if available ( Chaudary) or refer Wikipedia
Rudmans
Gard
Released and other old Papers
MCQ' books

Getting good marks in Bio- physio is little difficult. But if we can manage to secure above 78 it will drastically increase
our comp score.
Thats what i think.

HOW TO STUDY ?????

1. One should have completed with the anatomy preparation before starting with physio. Knowing the anatomic
parts well helps a lot in learning the physiological aspects.

2. Start with kaplan review and try to get the basic concepts thoroughly.Prepare notes for every topic. Clinical
vignettes from physio pose a challenge to us. Knowing the logic of the subject provides a good idea to solve the
question.

3. Prepare flow charts and tables wherever necessary.

4.Concentrae well on important chapters like CVS, RESPIRATORY, HEAOMOPOISIS, DIGESTIVE systems.

5. 10-20 % of questions come from CNS, RENAL AND REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS.
( In reproductive system oogenisis,spermatogenisis and ovulation topics are very imporatnt)

6. USMLE is of a great help in physio. It provides good examples for attempting clinical vignettes. Read the one liners
very well.

7. Dental decks do help with variety of questions and good explanation. Atleast 3 revisions are necessary before final
exam.

8. In between try to solve question papers. It gives which chapters and what sub topics to concentrate.


BIOCHEMISTRY PREPARATION
PREPARATION MATERIAL

1.KAPLAN REVIEW

2.USMLE FIRST AID

3.DENTAL DECKS

4.KAPLAN QUESTION BANK

5.QUESTION PAPERS


HOW TO STUDY :

1.Start with kaplan review. Make notes of all topics with flow charts especially for all metabolic cycles.

2.Concentrate well on classification of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
know well about the essential aminoacids,fatty acids
The byeproducts, enzymes involved in all metabolic cycles is very important.

3.If one can read kaplan review and USMLE material simultaneously, biochem preparation becomes very easy. Bcoz
USMLE material gives all important points, so preparing notes is very easy.

4. Dental decks notes is very helpful.try to get byheart the structure of basic fats.
For eg. structure of GLYCEROL and other essectial fatty acids and carbohydrates.

5..Concentrate well on basics.
For eg.What are the products of ATP on hydrolysis.
ANS: 1 Adenine base, 1 Ribose, 3 Phosphoryls and 2 Phosphoanhydride bonds

(We will be knowing the full form of ATP,but most of the times we miss the hydrolysis products)

5.Solve all question papers 2-3 times.


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LIST OF DENTAL SCHOOL N PROBABLE DEAD LINES
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EXCEL SHEET WITH UNIV LINKS AND DEADLINES
(IT IS LAST YEARS FILE, BUT WILL HAVE SIMILAR DEADLINES THIS TOO MAYBE , ANY HOW THE LINKS...)

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http://www.dent.ucla.edu
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http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/dental

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http://www.sdm.buffalo.edu
http://www.dental.upenn.edu
http://www.dental.pitt.edu
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http://www.dentistry.vcu.edu
http://www.dental.uab.edu
http://www.astu.edu/
http://www.usc.edu/hsc/dental
http://www.uchsc.edu/sod
http://www.howard.edu
http://dental.nova.edu
http://www.dental.ufl.edu
http://www.mcg.edu/SOD
http://dentistry.uic.edu/
http://www.siue.edu/sdm/
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http://www.dentistry.uiowa.edu
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http://www.mc.uky.edu/Dentistry
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http://www.dent.umich.edu
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http://dentistry.umc.edu
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http://cudental.creighton.edu
http://www.unmc.edu/dentistry
http://dentalschool.unlv.edu/index.html
http://www.lsusd.lsuhsc.edu/
http://www.dent.unc.edu
http://dental.case.edu/
http://www.dent.ohio-state.edu
http://dentistry.ouhsc.edu
http://www.ohsu.edu/sod/
http://www.rcm.upr.edu/Academics.html
http://www.gradstudies.musc.edu/dentistry/dental.html
http://www.mmc.edu/admissions/applydental.html
http://www.utmem.edu/dentistry
http://www.tambcd.edu
http://www.dental.washington.edu
http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/sod
http://www.dental.mu.edu


ECE IS FISRT STEP IN NBDE, irrespective of ur gpa in that u can take nbde...ur gpa only matters for admission
purpose only....but still u need to submit ur ece scores to ada to get eligibility for nbde exam......so do that first

IMPORTANT NOTE: "COURSE BY COURSE" EVALUATION OF ECE IS MUST

Documents needed to be submitted to ECE

1.Tenth class certificate

2.12th/Intermediate passing and mark sheet
3.1st to Final year BDS Mark sheets
4.BDS passing certificate
5.Bonafide certificate of ur college (ONLY IF U STILL DOING UR INTERNSHIP)
6. MDS Mark sheets and passing certificate (only if u did MDS)

All above documents in PHOTO COPIES ONLY AND completed ECE form ONLINE OR PAPER..

do i need to take mock exams for nbde ?
take as many mock exams as possible to get hold of 7 hrs of examining pattern n planning exams...
do "what ever it takes" to improve your scores

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NBDE PART1 SCORE RANGES AND THINGS TO DO
1. Below 85 without second thought retake it to improve as much u can ASAP.

2. 85-87 : ALL Other credentials have to be EXCELLENT to boost your application and also support with good (above
85) part2 score.
RETAKE PART 1 if any one of other credentials are average (gpa less than 3.5 and toefl just around 100 and less than
1 yr US experience)

3. 87-89: No need to retake part1 : BUT YOU SHOULD apply with your part2 scores too to boost your application.

4. 90 and above: Apply ASAP much much before deadlines to get a fair chance to be interviewed.

(FIRST COME FIRST SERVE PRINCIPLE WORKS IN ALL APPLICATION PROCESS)




immunization
Generally schools ask for below vaccinations to be taken
MMR
DPT
FOR TUBERCULOSIS
MENINGITIS
HEPATITIS

VERY Useful tool for study partners: MAGICJACK (and now SKYPE)
Any where in usa/canada or even any where in the world, u can talk to each other on respective magicjacks
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IT WAS VERY HELPFUL WHILE DISCUSSIONS FOR LONG HRS

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TOEFL IS A MUST FOR ADMISSION TO ALL ADVANCED STANDING DDS/DMD PROGRAMS

BUT NOT REQUIREMENT FOR NBDE EXAM

GRE IS NOT REQUIRED AT ALL

GRE IS ONLY REQUIRED IF U WANNA COME TO USA FOR MPH, MHM ETC.....OR OTHER NON CLINICAL MASTERS

PROGRAMS.

IDEALLY MOST UNIV ASK FOR 243-250 OR 90-100 SCORES FOR CBT OR IBT TOEFL

GRE SCORES VARIES A LOT DEPENDING ON WHICH UNIV YOU APPLY 1100+ (no longer in this format) IS ALWAYS SAFE
SIDE.


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LOR main points
Knowledge of the subject Interest in experiments
Capacity for hard work Interest in theory
Capacity for independent thinking Communication skills
Motivation for research Ability to work in a team

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Statement of Purpose
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students/statement-purpose

A collection of 40 different Statement of Purpose (SOP) for your guidance. Statement of Purpose is an essential
document for submission in University Applications in the US. SoP is the only part of your application packet over
which you have full control.

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TRY FILL IN ANSWERS FOR ALL QUESTIONS IN THE BELOW DOC FILE FROM THAT INFO U CAN BUILD A GREAT SOP BY
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