Virtual recruitment - should this be the future for dental core training?

Dental core training is a highly desirable and competitive training pathway which can support the development of a wide variety of skills and lead to a vast range of career opportunities. With there being limited training posts available, applicants need to perform well in interviews to be successfully appointed to a post which they desire. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the interview process has been moved to a virtual platform. However, it is important to consider whether this virtual format is appropriate and whether this should be continued going forward. This paper aims to highlight the key strengths and weaknesses of the virtual interview process from both the candidate's and interviewer's perspectives.