What Should You Really Focus On During the Last 30 Days Before the AFK Exam?
July 29, 2026
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A Personal Note From Me, Dr. Sehar, Before You Begin the Final Month Hey future doctor, If you’re reading this,
A Personal Note From Me, Dr. Sehar, Before You Begin the Final Month Hey future doctor, If you’re reading this,
Hey there, future dentist—I’m Dr. Sehar, and this might be exactly what you need to hear I want to share
The Assessment of Fundamental Knowledge (AFK) exam is the first and most crucial step for international students and dentists looking
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from coaching INBDE students, it’s this: Passing the exam isn’t just about knowing enough—it’s
Hello dear colleagues,I’m Dr. Sehar, and if you’re preparing for the AFK exam, chances are you’ve already asked yourself:“What score
When I meet new students preparing for the INBDE, I notice the same cycle over and over: But here’s the
When I think about my INBDE students, one phrase always comes to mind: “It’s not about how much you study—it’s
When I speak with internationally trained dentists in the United States who are preparing for the INBDE, one pattern comes
There is a particular kind of frustration that is very specific to exam preparation. You are studying. You are putting
For internationally trained dentists in Canada who are pursuing the University Pathway to licensure, the ADAT is not optional. It
If you search for ADAT prep courses in the United States, you will find options. Some are expensive. Some are
After many years of working with internationally trained dentists preparing for the INBDE in the United States, I have seen
One of the most common questions I receive from internationally trained dentists in Canada is: how long will ADAT preparation
The INBDE is one of the most searched dental exam terms in Canada right now — and yet it remains
Most candidates preparing for the ADAT exam in the United States are working hard. They are putting in the hours,
The first thing I tell every dentist preparing for the INBDE in the United States is this: the exam does
Over the years working with internationally trained dentists in Canada, I have had the same conversation many times. A candidate
If you are an internationally trained dentist who has chosen Canada’s Equivalency Process as your path to licensure, the AFK
Every internationally trained dentist preparing for the AFK in Canada faces the same fundamental challenge: the exam is specific, the
There is a version of AFK exam prep that most candidates start with: read a textbook, take some notes, attempt
If you are an internationally trained dentist working through Canada’s NDEB Equivalency Process, the AFK is your first real test.
There is no shortage of ADAT exam prep advice on the internet. Most of it is either too vague to
Choosing an ADAT prep course is not a small decision. You are committing your time, your money, and often several
Walk into any dental school forum, Facebook group, or WhatsApp chat for ADAT preparation and you will find the same
Most people know that mock exams are important. What most people do not know is how to use them properly.
There is a moment that almost every internationally trained dentist knows well. You have been studying for weeks. Your notes
Choosing the right AFK study materials is one of the most important decisions in AFK preparation. Many candidates believe that
Preparing for the INBDE can feel overwhelming at first. There is a vast syllabus, limited time, and constant pressure to
Preparing for the AFK exam is a long and demanding journey, and one of the most critical stages of this
By Dr. Sehar One of the most important yet misunderstood aspects of AFK preparation is practicing AFK exam questions. Many
