INBDE Preparation
INBDE Preparation for International Dentists
Pass INBDE efficiently with our strategic approach. Dr. Dev passed in 10 weeks — learn the same focused methodology that prioritizes smart study over long study.
10 Weeks
Dr. Dev's Timeline
Strategy First
Not Just Grinding
Pass/Fail
No Score Pressure
Proven
Methodology
What is INBDE?
The INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) is the standardized dental licensing exam in the United States. It’s a pass/fail, two-day computer-based examination covering biomedical sciences, clinical dental sciences, and patient management. International dentists must pass INBDE to apply through CAAPID to U.S. dental schools.
What's Included
What INBDE Preparation Includes
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Component 1: Personalized Study Plan
Based on your situation:
- Time until exam
- Hours available per day
- Baseline knowledge
- Target timeline
We create a week-by-week plan that works for your schedule.
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Component 2: Resource Guidance
Which resources to use and HOW to use them:
- Mental Dental — how to watch efficiently
- Bootcamp — question strategy
- Released exams — when and how to use
- What to skip
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Component 3: Study Strategy
- How to approach content review
- Question practice methodology
- Spaced repetition techniques
- Weak area identification and focus
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Component 4: Progress Monitoring
- Regular check-ins
- Milestone assessments
- Strategy adjustments as needed
- Accountability support
Why Bench Test
Why INBDE Matters for International Dentists
INBDE is the gatekeeper to your U.S. dental career:
**No INBDE = No CAAPID application.**
CAAPID Application
Most schools require INBDE score
Dental School Admission
Proves you meet U.S. knowledge standards
Clinical Training
Foundation for advanced training
Licensure
Required for U.S. dental license
The Challenge for International Dentists:
Years since dental school :- Material forgotten
Different curriculum :- Some topics unfamiliar
U.S.-specific content :- Guidelines, drugs, protocols differ
Integrated format :- Different from memorization-based exams
English terminology :- Different terms for same concepts
The Good News:
Clinical experience :- Case-based questions leverage your experience
Mature study skills :- You know how to learn efficiently
Pass/fail format :- Don't need to score highest — just pass
Clear motivation :- Your career depends on it
Our Philosophy:
Questions over reading
Learn from practice questions, not textbooks
High-yield focus
Prioritize topics that appear frequently
Active learning
Test yourself constantly
Efficient resources
Use proven resources, not everything available
Simulate conditions
Practice like it’s the real exam
Essential Resources
- Mental Dental - Content learning - Watch at 1.5x, take notes, do integrated questions
- Bootcamp - Question practice - 2,000+ questions, review all explanations
- Released Exams - Final preparation - Save for last 4 weeks, simulate real conditions
Supplementary Resources
- First Aid for NBDE - Quick reference, high-yield review
- Anki decks - Memorization for specific topics
- YouTube videos - Visual explanations for difficult concepts
What NOT to Do
- Every textbook - Too much time, low yield
- Multiple question banks - One good one is enough
- Expensive prep courses - Resources above are sufficient
Service Inquiry
The process
How Interview Prep Works
Initial Assessment
We learn about your target schools, interview dates, and experience level.
Foundation
We teach you our frameworks through video content and guides. You learn HOW to approach any question.
Practice
We conduct mock interviews based on your target schools’ formats. Traditional, MMI, panel, or KIRA — we simulate what you’ll actually face.
Feedback
Detailed feedback after each session. What worked, what needs improvement, specific techniques to try.
Refine
Additional practice sessions until you’re confident. The full package includes sessions throughout your interview season.
School-Specific Prep
Before each real interview, we prepare you specifically for that school’s format and common questions.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. This is strategic coaching and guidance. For content, use Mental Dental (videos) and Bootcamp (questions). We teach you HOW to use those resources efficiently and create a personalized study plan.
Those resources give you content and questions. We give you strategy: which topics to prioritize, how many questions to do, when to take practice exams, how to identify weak areas, and how to adjust your approach. Plus accountability through regular check-ins.
Strategy. He focused on high-yield topics, did thousands of questions (not just reading), simulated test conditions, and studied efficiently rather than endlessly. We teach the same approach.
Most international dentists need 10-16 weeks. We’ll assess your situation and create a realistic timeline.
We can evaluate where you are and optimize your remaining preparation time.
Yes. Those are third-party resources we recommend. Our program provides strategic guidance on how to use them effectively.
JCNDE doesn’t publish pass rates. With proper preparation, international dentists can pass on their first attempt. The key is strategic preparation, not just time spent studying.
Yes, but you’ll need a longer timeline (16-20 weeks vs. 10-12 weeks for full-time study). We’ll create a plan that fits your schedule.
Ready to Pass INBDE Efficiently?
Don’t spend 12 months grinding through textbooks. Learn the strategic approach that Dr. Dev used to pass in 10 weeks.