Dr. Mohaad Faraj's Journey to Prosthodontics and Private Practice

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Let's Talk Teeth, we welcome Dr. Mohaad Faraj, a skilled prosthodontist with an inspiring journey. Dr. Faraj takes us through his educational background, including his extensive 11-year tenure at the University of Connecticut, where he completed his undergrad, dental school, and prosthodontics training. Now practicing in Lubbock, Texas, Dr. Faraj discusses his current professional endeavors, including working as a contractor at two practices primarily focusing on surgeries, and the exciting process of opening his own practice. He offers insightful advice on choosing the right path in dentistry, the benefits of choosing the right residency program, and tips for new graduates navigating contract negotiations and career planning. Don't miss this engaging and informative conversation!00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:33 Dr. Faraj's Background and Journey to Dentistry01:22 Choosing Dentistry and Early Career Decisions03:35 Residency and Specialization in Prosthodontics05:46 Starting a Practice and Overcoming Challenges11:39 Surgical Training and Immediate Implants18:33 The Value of Residency Over CE Courses19:22 Mentorship and Practical Training in Residency20:36 Transitioning to Private Practice and Contract Work22:56 Advice for New Graduates on Employment Contracts29:50 Immediate Implants: Benefits and Techniques35:31 Final Advice for Dental Students and New GradsSupport the show