Becoming a dental school faculty member is one of the career paths available for dentists, and data from the American Dental Education Association suggest there are opportunities in this area because more than 40% of faculty at academic dental institutions are over age 60, ADA News reported. "We should promote awareness among predoctoral and allied dental students, advanced education residents, as well as fellows of the value and importance of academic careers, as this next generation is the one that will continue our traditions of providing optimal health for all," said ADA President Cesar R. Sabates, D.D.S. Meredith A. Bailey, D.M.D., clinical instructor at the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, said her job allows her to fulfill her commitment to improving the profession. "Not only am I contributing to the education of dental students by sharing my experience and knowledge, but I am also able to interact with like-minded colleagues and stay appraised of the latest technology," Dr. Bailey said.

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