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ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Expert Support for Your Dental Career

We go beyond applications — we empower pre-dental students, dental students, and international dentists to become assured, accomplished U.S. dental school success.

OUR PURPOSE

“Precision Pathways to Dental School Success”

To create a clear and supported pathway for future dentists — from predental students to internationally trained professionals — empowering them with the skills, strategy, and confidence to succeed in U.S. dental school admissions.

96%
Admission Success
200+
Professionals Supported
97%
Client Satisfaction

Our Dream

At Precision Dental Pathways, we are dedicated to transforming the aspirations of passionate predental students, dental students, and internationally trained dentists into reality, through expert guidance, personalized strategies, and unwavering support to confidently succeed and thrive in their American dental careers.

What Sets Us Apart

Strategic Alignment Focus

All decisions—from program selection to response approaches—are evidence-informed and matched with your unique capabilities.

Individualized Partnership Approach

No formulaic solutions. No cut corners. Your background, capabilities, experience — receiving bespoke coaching.

Professional Values Emphasis

We prioritize ethics development and ethical reasoning, preparing you as a principled dental professional.

Interview Format Excellence

From conventional formats to modern assessment tools—we equip you for confident, effective performance.

Our Approach

Explore

We comprehensively assess your experiences, capabilities, and aspirations.

Plan

We develop a customized pathway for your complete admission process.

Develop

We strengthen your applications and prepare compelling interview presentations.

Achieve

We enable your acceptance into premier U.S. dental programs.

OUR TEAM

Accomplished Professionals

Dr. Nancy Grewal

Dr. Nancy Grewal, DDS

Co-founder & Lead Admissions Strategist

Dr. Nancy Grewal is an internationally trained dentist who successfully completed the pathway to U.S. dental licensure after passing a rigorous dental challenge examination in 2000. She was subsequently accepted into an accelerated 18-month DDS program at New York University College of Dentistry and graduated in 2002.

Since 2002, Dr. Grewal has been in private practice, where she has built extensive experience in clinical dentistry, including a strong focus and excellence in cosmetic dentistry, along with the management and operations of a successful dental practice. She is recognized for her patient-centered approach, consistently treating patients with utmost care, compassion, and integrity.

Alongside her clinical work, she has remained deeply committed to education and mentorship. She mentors internationally trained dentists, predental students, and young dentists, guiding them through academic preparation, clinical readiness, and the realities of professional practice. Her mentorship extends beyond the United States, supporting the next generation of dentists at a global level.

Dr. Grewal is strongly rooted in the values of kindness, ethics, and excellence in dentistry. She emphasizes compassionate care, clinical integrity, and the importance of creating confident, healthy smiles through both general and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Samuel Meghadri

Dr. Samuel Meghadri, DDS

Co-founder & Clinical Director

Dr. Samuel Meghadri is an internationally trained dentist who completed his dental education and advanced training at New York University College of Dentistry graduating in 2000. He has since built a strong foundation in clinical excellence and patient-centered care and has been actively practicing in a private practice setting, where he continues to serve patients with dedication and precision.

He excels in restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, removable prosthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry, bringing a high level of clinical skill and aesthetic judgment to his work. Alongside his private practice, he is deeply involved in bench test curriculum training and has successfully mentored many internationally trained dentists in preparing for clinical licensing examinations. His teaching style is structured, hands-on, and focused on developing both technical mastery and clinical confidence.

Known for his mentorship philosophy, Dr. Meghadri has supported numerous candidates through their transition into U.S. dentistry, helping them refine technique, strengthen clinical reasoning, and meet examination standards with clarity and precision. He often says, “I treat students the way I would want my own child to be mentored,” reflecting his commitment to integrity, care, and individualized guidance.

Through his clinical expertise and educational contributions, he represents the pathway of internationally trained dentists who successfully transition into U.S. private practice while also shaping and supporting the next generation of dental professionals.

DPK

Dr. Priya K.

Verbal Proficiency & Speaking Instructor

Prior ETS evaluation experience

DJL

Dr. James L.

Clinical Science & Licensing Content Expert

Specialized in dental sciences

MRT

Ms. Rachel T.

Professional Writing Specialist

Advanced degree in English Studies

Who We Partner With

Globally-trained dentists (BDS, DMD, DDS from outside the US)

College aspirants & pre-dental scholars pursuing US dental education

Previous applicants aiming to enhance their CAAPID portfolio

Licensed professionals requiring standardized testing or clinical skills preparation

Our Philosophy

“Every candidate possesses a meaningful account — the key difference is communicating it effectively.”

We emphasize genuine narratives, meaningful accomplishments over standardized approaches, and capability development—authentic coaching.

Customized guidance, realistic practice environments, and genuine dedication to your advancement and impact.

Partner With Us for Success

You've invested in your career. Now accelerate it with expert support and strategic guidance.

Available positions are limited. We prioritize dedicated applicants per enrollment window.