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Changelog (July 1, 2026): INBDE Mock Exams Are Live
Mock exams are live on Blip! Run full-length INBDE simulations, 500 questions across two days and six timed sections, mapped to the JCNDE blueprint, then get a readiness read by section and knowledge area.
Mike Harrison·July 2, 2026·4 min readFailed the INBDE? Here's Exactly What To Do Next
Today I'm going to break down what to do if you failed the INBDE, including the retake timeline, costs, what your score report means, and how to actually fix what went wrong.
Dr. Silppa·June 23, 2026·13 min readChangelog (June 3, 2026): Study Dashboard and a Sharper App
The Study Dashboard rework: see where you stand at a glance, drill the highest-yield subjects first, and move through a cleaner, sharper Blip!
Mike Harrison·June 2, 2026·2 min readINBDE Study Materials: What Platforms and Resources You Actually Need In 2026
Video lectures, question banks, flashcards, RQs, and more. Here's what you actually need for the INBDE and what you can skip.
Dr. Silppa·May 11, 2026·17 min readGetting the Most Out of Your INBDE Question Bank
Here's the technique I wish I'd used from day one. Most students treat their INBDE question bank like a sorting machine: answer, glance at the result, move on.
Dr. Silppa·May 1, 2026·12 min readINBDE Results and Scores: What You Actually Get Back
The INBDE uses a scaled score of 49–99, with 75 as the passing threshold. Here's exactly what your score report shows, when results come out, and what happens if you fail.
Dr. Silppa·April 19, 2026·7 min readINBDE Study Schedules for Every Timeline (30, 45, 60, 90 Days)
Four realistic INBDE study schedules for 30-day, 45-day, 60-day, and 90-day timelines, with phase breakdowns, daily structure, and guidance on which one fits your situation.
Dr. Silppa·April 13, 2026·17 min readFree INBDE Practice Questions: 10 Samples with Full Explanations
10 free INBDE practice questions with full explanations and clinical reasoning walkthroughs from an endodontist who passed on her first attempt. Let's quiz!
Dr. Silppa·April 8, 2026·16 min readINBDE for International Dentists: The Complete Guide (2026)
An internationally trained dentist who passed the INBDE on her first attempt breaks down eligibility, ECE evaluation, costs, pass rates, study timelines, and what to expect.
Dr. Silppa·April 4, 2026·15 min readINBDE Caselets: How to Think Through Patient Cases (Step-by-Step)
Today we're discussing how to approach INBDE caselets (testlets) with a simple clinical reasoning framework, common traps to avoid, and a walkthrough example.
Dr. Silppa·March 31, 2026·17 min readINBDE High-Yield Topics: What to Study First (and What to Skip)
Today we break down the highest-weighted INBDE topics, what to study first, what to deprioritize, and why your personal weak spots matter most.
Dr. Silppa·March 25, 2026·12 min readChangelog (March 21, 2026): Adaptive Mode, Redesigned Quiz Builder, and More
Blip's March 21 update introduces Adaptive mode, a redesigned quiz builder, difficulty labels, improved settings, and more. Here's everything that changed.
Mike Harrison·March 21, 2026·4 min readComplete INBDE Exam Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Start Studying
About to start prepping for the INBDE dental boards? This guide covers the exam format, scoring, registration, study phases, and timelines so you can be fully prepared.
Dr. Silppa·March 20, 2026·15 min readThe Research That Changed How I Looked At Studying for the INBDE: Why Drilling Questions Beats Watching Videos
The first step to passing the INBDE is to rethink how you prepare. Active recall, spaced repetition, and weak-spot targeting all help you to study smarter.
Dr. Silppa·March 16, 2026·13 min readINBDE Pass Rates: What the Data Actually Shows
INBDE pass rates shifted dramatically in 2024 after the JCNDE raised the performance standard. Here's what the official data shows, broken down by year, candidate type, and attempt number, and what it means for anyone testing in 2026.
Dr. Silppa·March 15, 2026·12 min readHow Blip Actually Works: A Feature Walkthrough from the Developer
A plain-language walkthrough of every Blip feature - Quiz Builder, Speed Challenge, Smart Review, tagging, difficulty, analytics - from the developer who built it.
Mike Harrison·March 14, 2026·8 min readINBDE Exam Day Checklist: A Milestone Plan (2 Months → Test Day) for Zero Surprises
A step-by-step INBDE exam day plan working backward from test day. Covers ID checks, route planning, your grab-and-go kit, and a zero-decision, stress-free morning of.
Dr. Silppa·March 10, 2026·6 min readHow to Actually Study for the INBDE: What Moves the Needle
We believe that high-volume, speed-based INBDE practice questions matter more than passive study. Here's how to train for exam-day stamina, pattern recognition, and confidence.
Dr. Silppa·March 6, 2026·10 min read