Once settled, it was Khulood's turn to go through the process, the first step of which was sitting the English exam required for dentists who speak English as a second language. She was very pleased to find the Dental Council had made more examination times available so the time between sections was reduced. Khulood found the practical exam comprehensive, but very fair. After the A-Daims had overcome the shock of having to sit professional exams on arrival in New Zealand, they accepted the policy as being fair to both the profession and the public. There are many different levels of standards in dental schools around the world.
Exams are the only way to evaluate the dentist's abilities.
Having themselves successfully met the system requirements, the A-Daims find they are now approached by other immigrant dentists, wanting their advice on how to prepare for the exams. The A-Daims still miss family and friends back home but have found there are consolations. The following study is endorsed by the Dental Council in the interest of reducing stress and stress-related illnesses in dentists. Physiological and psychological demands are high in dentistry. The work involves precision movement which is often repetitive, forceful and carried out in constrained postures.