I'm a Dentist - Ask me anything.

Obligatory not OP but definitely not like acrylic paint...

Also a question, what are you views on interdental brushes that go in between your teeth? Are they any good?

I'm assuming the person asking is preparing for an interview. At the interview, these sort of questions are asked to test situational judgment. Js

Would appreciate it if you tried your best to answer it please?

Ah... like paint. Is that how you get a whiter than white smile?

Obligatory not OP but definitely not like acrylic paint...

Also a question, what are you views on interdental brushes that go in between your teeth? Are they any good?

I can't answer the question as any answer to it is unethical. That is why the question is flawed.

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This isn’t really a flawed question though as a rare situation like this (being that the system is compromised) can occur. Medical/Dentistry schools tend to give you very unlikely, but challenging, questions such as this to really test your limits. You can’t just reject the interviewers question as you will fail the station.
An example of a question they tend to give is one where there is going to be a nuclear attack and that you and only 5 others will fit into the nuclear shelter.
There are many other challenging scenarios such as this.
So please, try and answer the question. As a dental school graduate and with all the experience you have... I’d really like to see an example of a great answer. Thank you.

I have to say, I have been through both Pharmacy and Dental school and have recently sat an SJT examination as well, and nowhere since I started university have I ever been asked such questions.
Maybe these sorts of questions are more suited for Medical school?

Ok, a
This isn’t really a flawed question though as a rare situation like this (being that the system is compromised) can occur. Medical/Dentistry schools tend to give you very unlikely, but challenging, questions such as this to really test your limits. You can’t just reject the interviewers question as you will fail the station.
An example of a question they tend to give is one where there is going to be a nuclear attack and that you and only 5 others will fit into the nuclear shelter.
There are many other challenging scenarios such as this.
So please, try and answer the question. As a dental school graduate and with all the experience you have... I’d really like to see an example of a great answer. Thank you.

These extreme questions don't get asked anywhere.


You can't ask an unethical question and expect an ethical answer. The actual question itself is unethical and imaginary. The questions you will be asked are going to be challenging but will actually make sense and have an ethical and logical solution behind them, not a fairy tale one like in the movies.

If you really want to know my answer if I was put in such an imaginary position, I would not carry out any transplant because that would mean I value one other persons life more than the others. I would inform the patients of the situation and if one of them decides to refuse the transplant for the sake of the other then problem solved. That's all really.

These extreme questions don't get asked anywhere.


You can't ask an unethical question and expect an ethical answer. The actual question itself is unethical and imaginary. The questions you will be asked are going to be challenging but will actually make sense and have an ethical and logical solution behind them, not a fairy tale one like in the movies.

If you really want to know my answer if I was put in such an imaginary position, I would not carry out any transplant because that would mean I value one other persons life more than the others. I would inform the patients of the situation and if one of them decides to refuse the transplant for the sake of the other then problem solved. That's all really.

Thank you for your honest answer.
I have a more dentistry related question:
What would you do if a patient was in need of urgent dental care but couldn't afford the treatment at all?

Despite being reluctant to answer such a question (that can be classed as questionable!), this was a brilliant response!

Thank for you starting this AMA honestly, you have been so helpful in doing so!

I'm assuming your question is based on an NHS patient.

I would not carry out any treatment for free. This isn't because I am greedy, but rather patients can abuse the clinician. Word goes round and before you know it a lot of patients will be coming in with the same excuse. You have to remember Dentists are mostly self employed so if you do treatment for 'free' you are actually paying for it for the patient instead.

I would instead refer the patient to a local urgent clinic in a primary/secondary care setting where they would routinely see patients for free (NHS funded). This is usually a hospital. I would also encourage the patient to find out if they are able to apply for an exemption certificate, as the likelihood is if they genuinely can't afford urgent treatment (which is £22.70 on the NHS) then they will likely qualify for free NHS dental care (the NHS pay for their treatment instead, not the dentist)


No problem, my pleasure

Why are my teeth changing well one of them even though I wear my retainers as I should do

Best toothpaste 😂

I recommend Colgate Pro Relief

Back to original shape

No. That's achieved by whitening or veneers which are made out of porcelain.

****... you mean I shouldn't be brushing with a brillo pad and rinsing with bleach?

My teeth are perfectly fine and healthy. However I hate how my gum comes further down on one side and my teeth are starting to go out of line. I had braces for 2 years and they were perfect when they first came off now I hate them and I hate having to open my mouth or smile at anyone. I was thinking of having 6 veneers on my upper arch and whitening the bottom teeth. Is this a good idea ? Also is dental centre turkey in Antalya trustworthy or should I stay in the uk?