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Benji D4 Dental Student @dr.lidocaine - Jaw Ready Podcast x Dr. Gallagher’s Pod x Dose of Dental #139

The Dose of Dental Podcast · Students of Dentistry

April 23, 202541m 55s

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Show Notes

- What OMFS Programs Look For In A Resident

- Trust But Verify: The #1 Rule That Could Save Your Dental Career

- The Truth About Sedation Safety: Why Dental Assistants Should Be DANCE Certified

YouTube Link:

https://youtu.be/haD0ReGjZRw

Podcast Link:

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/8PolF4NrxSb

Quotes & Wisdom:

“Taking a year off was the hardest decision I’ve ever made—but I don’t regret it for a minute.” – Benji

“Sometimes you’ve got to evaluate and say, ‘I need to give 120% to this priority right now.’” – Brendan

“Confidence and self-awareness. That’s what directors are really looking for.” – Brendan

“Pick up the hose and hold it. That taught me to always be doing something, and that stuck with me through everything.” – Benji (on working with his dad)

“Nothing is beneath any of us—turning over chairs, cleaning, setting trays—do it all. Especially when no one’s watching.” – Brendan

“Trust but verify—every single thing.” – Brendan

“You don’t know where sabotage can come from. It’s not always personal, but you need to be ready.” – Brendan

“People love to be taught. When you provide structure and knowledge, the whole profession gets safer.” – Benji

“Life is life. If you have the time to speak with others, share ideas, and learn from great people—you grow more than you realize.” – Benji

Questions:

06:33 – "How’s the CBSE studying going?"

08:25 – "Are you going to be working during that time?"

08:54 – "What did they say about that?"

09:25 – "Did any of them say don’t work and solely study for the CBSE?"

10:37 – "What about your roommate? What does your roommate do?"

11:46 – "Did you see the stats of LECOM? How many students matched into OMFS?"

15:50 – "Any interest in head and neck, or fellowship?"

18:33 – "How important do you think it is to have a competent anesthesia team?"

29:43 – "What would you say program directors are looking for in residents to interview?"

Now available on:

- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube Channel

- Dose of Dental Podcast #139

- 4.2025

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