Dental Health Is Worse in Communities of Color

Copyright
2016
Published By
The Pew Charitable Trusts

This article explores the disparities that communities of color face in dental health outcomes and in access to dental health care. Some aspects of dental health where disparities arise are covered within the piece, including the frequency of dental visits and preventive care, the likelihood of having sealants, the incidence of untreated tooth decay, and more.

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