What are your thoughts on food consumption trends as a prospective dental student?

During the MMI process, the interviewers hope to give the prospective students the opportunity to open up and show themselves. You are in a great place to give your own opinions and thoughts as you answer a question like this, as long as you can support your answer.

Speak openly about your thoughts on how food consumption directly impacts oral health. Talk about the good and bad eating habits of today's society. It's also great if you can discuss how you will advocate for healthy eating habits with your patients.

"The mass production of food has led to much higher amounts of sugar in the last 100 years, which has been detrimental to oral health. Acids and preservatives in a lot of today's foods also weaken the enamel in teeth at a pretty rapid pace. Unfortunately, those with limited income resources don't get enough access to healthier foods like fruit, raw vegetables, and lean meats and rather purchase preserved boxed and canned food. I love that all-natural diets are making a comeback, and more and more people are wisely buying in and making an important lifestyle change. As a student in your program and a future dentist, I will do my part to educate patients on the importance of diet on one's oral health."