The letter acknowledges Helen Gahagan Douglas's interest in the discharge criteria for dental officers in the Army. It explains that due to a shortage of dental officers, the length of service requirement cannot be lowered at this time. The letter also provides information on the number of dentists and doctors in the Army and the history of the Army Specialized Training Program for dental officers. It concludes by stating that the criteria for separating Medical and Dental Corps officers are being considered for potential reduction.