Dentistry Personal Statement

Scientific knowledge, I believe is crucial if we are to improve the quality of human life and

I am consequently pleased that my studies in this area have significantly increased my

understanding of both scientific theories and of the human body itself. I view dentistry as a

scientific art due to the close relationship which exists between a small alteration of the

teeth and a person's psychological confidence about their appearance as it can have a huge

effect on the whole well-being of a person and this is the foremost appeal of the profession

for me. Part of my inspiration and motivation to become a dentist originated from my own

experiences of undergoing dental treatment.

My interest has been further developed by the diversity of dentistry, which was highlighted

during my work experience placement at the Louise Southworths Dental Surgery. I shadowed the

dentists doing standard fillings, rubber dams and administering local anaesthetics. This

enabled me to see the wide range of oral conditions from which patients may suffer. I am

particularly interested in the developments in preventative and cosmetic dentistry, as I

listened to the advice patients were given regarding improving their oral health and saw

crowns and veneers being fitted. Whilst on this placement I saw patients of varying ages and

this enhanced my desire to study dentistry.

To ensure that I have a realistic appreciation of what the career involves, I also spent a

week at the Blackburn Orthodontic Centre. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, as it gave me

a valuable insight into the relationship of the teeth and jaws, and observed how

abnormalities