Approximately 806,000 Veterans received dental care at a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facility last fiscal year. From routine care to advanced procedures, VA dentists provide essential dental services that support not only the oral health, but also the overall well-being of those who so bravely served.
Keep reading to learn more about the impact you’ll have as a VA dentist.
Dental Care on a Mission
“When you think about your smile, that’s one of the first things that you see. I can change somebody’s whole life, essentially,” explained Dr. Victoria Prutz, the Dental Chief at the Butler VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. “That’s why we do this. This is why I’ve entered dentistry. I want my patients to be happy. I want them to come and see us. And that’s why I get up every day to come to work.”
As a VA dentist, you’ll care for a unique patient population, delivering comprehensive dental services in an environment built on respect, teamwork, and clinical excellence. Whether you’re working in general dentistry, prosthodontics, oral surgery, or another specialty, your expertise directly impacts the quality of life for Veterans across the country.
VA research has shown that providing dental care positively impacts homeless program outcomes, including completion of a homeless rehabilitation program, employment, financial stability, and permanent housing status. Dental care is more than preventing tooth decay; it’s a crucial part of a Veteran’s journey to whole health.
Innovative Oral Care
Health care teams across VA are leveraging cutting-edge tools and best practices to make care more personalized and effective, and this includes dentistry. VA dentists use the latest dental procedures and pain control techniques to better serve our Veterans. Located throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the Philippines, VA dentists provide dental care in state-of-the-art clinics where hygiene is the utmost priority.
Work at VA
Are you ready to make a difference, one smile at a time? Consider a career that’s All About Veterans where your clinical skills, compassion, and commitment truly matter.
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- WATCH Dr. Victoria Prutz share what she loves about her dentistry career.
