title: What on earth made you want to become a dentist?
abstract: The title, of course, came from a patient. The precise and original answer to the question has been largely overwhelmed by the vast changes in the profession over 30-odd years. The author discusses why he is glad he chose general dental practice; why it remains a career of interest, stimulus, challenge and satisfaction; and why he would commend it enthusiastically to today's school leavers.
authors.forename: V P
authors.initials: VP
authors.lastname: Holt
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002321:Career Choice; D002322:Career Mobility; D003812:Dentist-Patient Relations; D003815:Dentists; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D006801:Humans; D007588:Job Satisfaction; D013192:Staff Development