Dental Scholarship Offer

From dental aesthetics, to the enzymes in our saliva, I have long dubbed the oral cavity as a captivating study of interest. In retrospect, any mention of going to the dentist brought me great excitement as a child, oddly enough. I believe that pursuing a career in the dental field is solely the most rewarding, lucrative job of the twenty-first century. Dentists are able to build bonds with their long-time patients, and offer an enjoyable and inviting environment while administering the best oral care possible. What more out of a job could one ask for? Although this career path offers a magnificent future, with grand rewards comes an extensive journey requiring great dedication.

My motivation to learn more about dentistry is driven by my genuine fascination with teeth, and the mouth in general. I have always obsessed over my own teeth, grinning in the mirror and peering at my cusp of Carabelli. To be able to heal oral ailments for a living stands as a spectacular career path to me. I have always had a keen interest to learn and gain knowledge; interest sparks the flame, yet curiosity spreads the fire. It has become evident to my friends and family over the years that I have formed a one-track mind in my pursuit to becoming a dentist, specializing in pediatrics. I believe that with hard work, dedication and my drive to learn, I will surely be able to reach my goal.

It is evident that dental profession is very demanding. This career requires skill and dedication. I believe that my greatest challenge upon entering the dental field will be my ability to bring change to a profession that has been in existence for thousands of years. With this said, my greatest challenge also serves as the root of my greatest goal. I want to become a le...

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...end to map out the different things that I want to do upon earning my degree. I believe that it is very important to help others throughout your journey, and even more so when you finally reach your goal. Money should be the last factor holding a student back from education, and therefore, I plan on offering a scholarship for students interested in pursuing a career in the dental field. I would often play around with different scholarship titles in my head. “Your Smile Is Priceless,” or, “Grin for Green.” Essentially, what matters the most is presenting the leaders of our future with doors of opportunity, and encouraging them to turn the knobs. At the end of the day, I am no fortune teller; I cannot guarantee much of what the future holds for our earth. What I can guarantee is the simple fact that I will continue to work hard, so one day “D.M.D.” will follow my name.