I hope to be admitted to a residency program where I will have the privilege of specializing in pediatric dentistry. I have now been working as a doctor of dental medicine for almost six years. Pediatric dentistry is my particular passion - where my heart lies. Throughout my education and professional experience, I have become familiar with many dental procedures, including biopsies, implants, bone grafts, orthognathic surgeries, and orthodontics. I find the pinnacle of my professional satisfaction in my interactions with those patients who are children. My extensive experience as a volunteer has also provided me with greater insight into my field and a more comprehensive understanding.
In addition to technical competence, I see patience, a gentle demeanor and hand, and an excellent grasp of pain management as the quintessential elements of success in pediatric dentistry. The first experience of a young patient in the dentist’s chair will shape their opinion of dentists for a lifetime. It is up to me to make sure that this first experience is a pleasant one and to show them that a dentist is someone that can be trusted, a friend, and a person that genuinely cares for them. My easy-going and cheerful nature goes a long way to soothe the nerves of my patients, especially the children. My Taiwanese background also seems to help put members of minority groups at ease. I relish being the smiling, happy Chinaman.
I particularly respect the importance of being active in one’s community. For the last seven years, I have given countless hours to Special Olympics Special Smiles and the Oral Cancer Partnership and volunteered at a free health clinic. I never tire of exploring the many ways that prevention is better than cure, and I'm proud of my contribution to screening and educating patients. I stay abreast of the latest developments in the dental industry by regularly studying the literature and attending the World Dental Congress, an event I consider to be a permanent part of my continuing education, having participated every year since 2001. Connecting with other dentists and interacting with exhibitors helps me to stay current.
Currently, I am working with two different pediatric dentists, applying the fundamentals I have learned to practical use. I have also learned how to manage a dental office, including the business aspects, and finely honed my clinical and diagnostic skills. I bring everything I am to the field, and I assure you that I will give my all to your distinguished institution, sharing in creating foundations with patients that will last a lifetime.
