This post covers the weird and wonderful organ that is the tongue, in anatomy you if you hear the term ‘glottis’ it’s in reference to the tongue. The tongue’s unique structure allows it to perform a variety of physiological tasks: … Continue reading Anatomical- Tongue
In this Anatomical post we’ll be looking at the anatomy of the mouth, the lips, the oral cavity, the vestibule and the oropharynx as well as a little bit of physiology (their functions). Primary Functions of the Mouth: Ingestion, selection of … Continue reading Anatomical- Lips, Mouth, Oral Cavity
I’m starting off a new Anatomical series! Each post in this mini- series will contain lots of definitions of key terms you may come across when studying the anatomy of a particular organ e.g. the heart, pharynx. Each post will … Continue reading Anatomical- Dentition
I am so honored and grateful that you were so selfless and generous for the benefit of my learning. You’ve not only helped me with your generosity, but have also helped the lives of many future patients with the knowledge you … Continue reading The Dissection Room
Honestly, I can’t believe I’m already done with year 1. 1/5 of the way to becoming an actual dentist and I can’t wait, so I hope the remaining years pass by just as quickly. I’ve definitively learnt a lot this … Continue reading 10 Things I Learnt from my 1st year of Dental School
I thought a few of you may be interested in doing some pre-reading over the summer relating to dentistry. Although, its difficult to know where to start, so I thought I’d share a list of the books I found useful … Continue reading Year 1 Reading List
As a lot of you probably know lecturers and other university staff members have been on strike for 14 days across February and March which has caused wide-spread disruption in around 60 universities with marked protests, cancelled lectures and disputes … Continue reading UCU STRIKES BACK
I’m a first year dental student at Cardiff University and every week can be pretty different. I don’t have a standardized timetable- something I really struggled with at the beginning, especially coming straight out of school where I’d been following … Continue reading My Timetable
The first term has been pretty intense. There is a massive transition between sixth form and uni and it does take a little getting used to. The work load is intensified and there’s a lot more responsibility. You’re having to do your own shopping/ cooking/ laundry whilst trying to make friends/ join societies and have a social life. It’s a lot to balance, and sometimes one aspect of your life can weigh you down significantly (most often it’s the work). I’m looking forward to the next term and what’s in store, the first term went so quickly, it’s unbelievable. The … Continue reading First Term
Dissecting Dentistry 