Makara Sorel | Dental Student

About Me

Hi, I’m Makara [Muh-Kair-Uh] Sorel. I’m currently a third-year dental student with a passion for orthodontics, oral health, community service, and innovation. I believe in creating confident smiles and spreading awareness about dental care.

Professional

School

Graduated from UCONN in 2022 with a degree in Allied Health
Currently pursuing a D.M.D. at Uconn Health with a projected graduation of May 2026
Future Dreams of becoming an Orthodontist!

Work

Uconn Dental: Student Clinical Hours
Uconn Student Orthodontics Group Board
Connecticut Valley Orthodontics: Sterilization Technician
Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Hartford: Technician and Assistant

Volunteering

Hole in the Wall Gang Camp: Assisted in providing a safe and fun environment for children with serious illnesses, contributing to activities that promote joy, creativity, and healing.
CT Mission of Mercy: Participated in providing free dental care to underserved populations, helping improve oral health and access to essential dental services.
South Park Homeless Clinic (Hartford, CT): Volunteered to deliver compassionate dental care and support to individuals experiencing homelessness, addressing their unique oral health needs.

Research

Research Summary: Feasibility of AI in Orthodontic Treatment Planning

A study was conducted to evaluate the feasibility, accuracy, and reliability of using commercially available large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT and Bard (now Gemini), in orthodontic treatment planning. The AI-generated treatment plans were assessed against gold-standard treatment plans developed by board-certified orthodontists. Both sets of plans utilized comprehensive patient data, including medical history and records. To ensure a robust evaluation, a custom grading scale was developed to systematically compare the quality, precision, and comprehensiveness of the treatment plans. The results highlighted the potential of LLMs to assist in orthodontic decision-making, while also revealing areas where AI fell short of the expertise demonstrated by human professionals. This research contributes to the understanding of AI's role in enhancing efficiency and accuracy in dental care.