Learn more about A-Dec: https://bit.ly/3U08J7C In this episode, Lauren Elmblad, a D4 student at UNE, shares her journey through dental school and her decision to pursue general dentistry. She discusses her involvement in organizations and externships, the curriculum at UNE, and the benefits of early clinical experience. Lauren also talks about the ranking and matching process for residencies at UNE regarding the pros and cons of the pass/fail grading system. She shares her experience of moving away from home for dental school and offers advice for aspiring dentists. Finally, she discusses her job search process and her decision to return to Michigan to work as a general dentist rather than staying on the east coast. Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tooth.fairy.laur/ Engage with the podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Haley's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/haleyschultzdental/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make your podcast on Riverside: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=haley