QUESTION 3 OF 40

What would you consider the most pressing issue facing the dental industry today?

Being an aspiring dental student means taking a keen interest in current events by closely following the challenges the dental industry faces. The interviewers want to see that your interest is deep and that you spend time learning and understanding the challenges you will face in your future career as a dentist or dental specialist.

Discuss what you feel to be a primary issue in the dental industry. You can also ask the interviewers what they see as the most concerning issue in the dental field today. This question is an opportunity to start a very insightful conversation.

"I feel that the most concerning issue in the dental industry is the high cost of services. Proper dental care should be accessible to anyone, regardless of financial or social status. What do you feel are the most concerning issues facing the dental industry today?"

"The rapid changes within our healthcare system affect dentists as peripheral care providers and the reimbursements that they see from the government. I believe this will continue to be an issue dental advocates must be aware of and advocate for favorable legislation."

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What would you consider the most pressing issue facing the dental industry today?

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