When professors agree to write you a letter of recommendation (LOR), make it easy for them to highlight your strengths. A thoughtful, well-prepared packet gives them everything they need to write a detailed, supportive letter — and helps you stand out in the dental school admissions process.
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Here’s what to send once they agree:
✅ Your resume or CV
Include academics, shadowing, volunteer work, and research experience. It reminds them of your accomplishments and gives them context to write a stronger letter.
✅ A short personal statement or summary of why you want to be a dentist
This gives professors insight into your motivation and goals beyond grades.
✅ Your unofficial transcript
Helps them reference your academic consistency and specific courses you excelled in.
✅ Deadlines and upload instructions
Make sure they know when and where to send the letter. (Interfolio makes this simple — once you add their email, they’ll receive a direct upload link.)
✅ Reminders of moments that stood out in their class
Mention a project, presentation, or discussion you remember. This helps them personalize the letter beyond “good student, did well.”
Extra Tip:
More schools now require LORs to be on official letterhead and signed, so include a polite reminder of that in your message.
And after they’ve submitted, always send a thank-you note — even a short email means a lot.
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Make it easy for professors to write strong dental school letters of recommendation. Here’s what to send — plus Interfolio tips and letterhead reminders for AADSAS success.
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Make it easy for your professors!
Send them:
• Resume or CV
• Short personal statement
• Unofficial transcript
• Deadlines & upload link
• Class moments they’ll remember
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✨ Bonus: Always send a thank-you note afterward!
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