ArticleJournal of dental education2025
The Dental Public Health Workforce: Employer Expectations and Future Directions.
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- Combating the Silent Othering in Dental Education, Dental Public Health, and Community Health Practice to Advance Health Equity.Journal of public health dentistry · 2026Review
- The Dental Public Health Workforce: Employer Expectations and Future Directions.Journal of dental education · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectiveThis study examines employer expectations within the dental public health (DPH) profession and evaluates the alignment of DPH training programs with workforce demands, identifying critical gaps and opportunities for improvement.
methodsA qualitative analysis of DPH job postings requiring five or fewer years of experience was conducted across multiple platforms, including LinkedIn, Google Job Postings, Indeed, ADEA, ASTDD, NNOHA, and USA Jobs. Position domains, descriptions, preferred, and required qualifications were systematically categorized to identify trends and workforce expectations.
resultsOf 102 DPH positions analyzed, the most common job domains were community-based (C-B) clinical (39.2%) and academia (19.6%). Leadership (90%), healthcare administration (86%), and clinical experience (64%) were the most commonly preferred skills across all positions. Analysis of DPH positions excluding C-B clinical positions revealed that 53% of position descriptions referenced clinical responsibilities, while 57% required clinical experience. These responsibilities included supervising students in C-B clinical education or providing clinical guidance within administrative roles.
conclusionsThe findings underscore the increasing demand for clinical experience in traditionally non-clinical DPH positions, signaling a shift toward integrated roles that combine public health expertise with clinical practice. This highlights a disconnect between current DPH training programs and market demands, emphasizing the need to incorporate clinical training and leadership development into curricula. Transitioning to an integrated residency model incorporating a clinical competency inspired by preventive medicine frameworks could align graduate preparedness with workforce needs, enhance employability, and strengthen the impact of DPH professionals in advancing oral and overall health equity.
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