Delta Dental Institute Launches Campaign to Drive Greater Diversity in the Oral Health Workforce

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2023/PRNewswire/ -- Today, in recognition of World Oral Health Day, the Delta Dental Institute is launching a new campaign, Driving Greater Diversity in the Oral Health Workforce, to help increase the number of oral health professionals from historically underrepresented groups.While racial and ethnic diversity among health professionals is linked to improved outcomes and greater health equity, the current oral health workforce does not reflect the changing demographics of the U.S. population. The Delta Dental Institute ' s campaign will drive toward a more diverse oral health workforce by establishing the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund and by supporting initiatives in oral health education, research, and community investment." There is an urgent need to address the ongoing lack of minority representation in the oral health professions, " said James W. Hutchison, President& CEO of Delta Dental Plans Association. " As the nation ' s oral health leader, we have a responsibility to tackle this issue head-on and make progress toward improving outcomes and advancing oral health equity for all. "The Driving Greater Diversity in the Oral Health Workforcecampaign will:Establish the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund: In its first year, the Delta Dental Oral Health Diversity Fund will make targeted investments of up to $1 million in comprehensive solutions, innovative pilots, and s...
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