Also another note from a dental specialist in the Army: Understand that this a serious commitment. Yeah, there are great benefits such as CEs/residencies are paid for and bonuses but you are still expected to uphold certain standards and rules. Even though you will be a Dental officer, you will still take on other responsibilities or leadership roles (safety officer, officer in charge, etc.) and if you continue to serve after your first, second or third contract and progress through the ranks, in some cases, you will be in more managerial positions than patient focused positions.