Abstract
Dr. Marlon Goad, President of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA), addresses the critical dental workforce shortages in Virginia, emphasizing the need for systemic changes in dental hygiene education and infrastructure. The VDA is advocating for regulatory updates to expand educational capacity and modernize training facilities, including support for funding a new dental facility at VCU School of Dentistry. Collaboration with the American Dental Association and efforts to influence CODA standards are key components of the strategic plan. Dr. Goad highlights the importance of collective action to ensure a sustainable dental workforce and high-quality patient care in Virginia.
Recommended Citation
Goad, Marlon DDS
(2026)
"BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE DENTAL WORKFORCE AS VIRGINIA ENTERS A PIVOTAL LEGISLATIVE YEAR,"
Virginia Dental Journal: Vol. 103:
No.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/vadentaljournal/vol103/iss1/3