From Women in Dentistry :
     Copyright © Jocelyn Riley

“Well, I’ve always been really interested in the medical field, so that was really my goal, to do something there. . . . I think the major thing that I like about being a small business owner is that I just like the control and the power behind it.”
   - Orthodontist

“You need to be good with your hands. . . . Some kind of art background, believe it or not, is good. You also need to be strong in your sciences: biology classes, chemistry. . . . Dentistry’s a great profession. I work three days a week and I can still be home a couple days with my son. It’s really good. You spend a lot of time getting there; but once you’ve got your degree and you’re practicing, it’s really pretty nice.”
   - Endodontist

“I think one of the biggest satisfactions is when you help someone and they really appreciate what you’ve done for them.”
   - Periodontist

“Dentistry is a very good field. I really enjoy it. There are several advantages of being a woman in dentistry. Your hands are smaller and patients appreciate that. You have a gentle touch.”
   - Dentist