Rural America has too few dentists — and too few patients who can pay. About 43 percent of rural Americans lack access to dental care, according to the National Rural Health Association, and West Virginia, among the poorest and most rural states, is at the center of the crisis.
Oral Health Watch
6 hours ago
Community water fluoridation offers oral health benefits for individuals and the broader public, reducing cavities and health disparities so everyone can enjoy the benefits of good oral health. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
22 hours ago
Access to preventive oral health care matters. Visible decay and tooth loss can significantly impact economic opportunity, creating a cycle of disadvantage that affects earning potential and contributes to economic burdens:
📉Lost productivity from pain and oral disease
😁Barriers to ...employment due to appearance
💸Increased healthcare costs
#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Access to preventive oral health care matters. Visible decay and tooth loss can significantly impact economic opportunity, creating a cycle of disadvantage that affects earning potential and contributes to economic burdens:
📉Lost productivity from pain and oral disease
😁Barriers to ...employment due to appearance
💸Increased healthcare costs
#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Every child deserves an opportunity to thrive. Ensuring access to preventive oral health measures like water fluoridation and regular dental check ups helps keep kids healthy, happy and ready to learn. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Every child deserves an opportunity to thrive. Ensuring access to preventive oral health measures like water fluoridation and regular dental check ups helps keep kids healthy, happy and ready to learn. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Children learn good oral health habits primarily from parents and caregivers. Investing in dental care access for adults helps parents lead by example, creating a lasting positive impact on the entire family's approach to oral health. #teethmatter