Class Year: 2026
Program Major: Doctor of Dental Medicine
Imagine uncovering evidence of a past civilization in which some humans had extra sets of teeth—more than just baby and adult ones. Such evidence is extremely valuable and considered revolutionary in the world of dentistry. But it disappears soon after it’s found.
In this science-fiction world created by second-year Case Western Reserve University dental student Scott Wang, it’s up to another dental student, Seth Li, to track down the thief of the relics.
Wang wrote and self-published this novel, The Replacement Scheme, over the summer “using lessons learned through [his] coursework last year.”
“Dental anatomy, facial growth, head and neck anatomy and various biological sciences formed the basis of the main character's theory in this fictional world,” Wang explained.
Wang is enrolled in the university’s seven-year Pre-Professional Scholars Program. Each year, approximately 10 exceptionally well-qualified high school seniors who plan to pursue careers in dentistry are offered the opportunity to begin the Doctor of Dental Medicine program after three years of undergraduate studies.
Wang’s interest in Case Western Reserve centered on two points: the School of Dental Medicine has a small, close-knit community and offers one of the newest dental facilities in the country.
“At the time of my interview, the Health Education Campus and the dental clinic were still under construction,” Wang explained. “But after I saw the images, I knew I wanted to take advantage of what the facilities would have to offer.”
Also, an artist and musician—Wang has been creating studio art and playing the flute most of his life—Wang said he chose dentistry because of its combination of manual dexterity and healthcare.
Plus, he noted: “I have an interest in helping others in a healthcare setting. “I knew dentistry was right for me.”