advocacy for dental education

Advocacy for dental education involves promoting the importance of comprehensive training for dental professionals to ensure quality oral healthcare. It includes supporting policies, funding, and initiatives that enhance dental schools, curriculum standards, and access to education. Effective advocacy helps prepare skilled dentists and dental hygienists, ultimately improving patient care, advancing research, and addressing public oral health needs. Overall, it’s about ensuring the future dental workforce is well-educated, competent, and capable of meeting the evolving oral health challenges of the community.