Perspective highlights opportunities to increase dental education enrollment through new schools and existing programs, suggesting a potential solution for workforce shortages.
Key Points
Expanding enrollment can address the workforce shortage in dental education, improving access to care.
Increasing the number of dental schools could enhance student education and opportunities for prospective dentists.
Existing programs may benefit from strategic changes to accommodate more students and improve faculty engagement.
This approach has the potential to contribute significantly to meeting community oral health needs.