Understanding oral health disparities in children as a global public health issue: how dental health professionals can make a difference

We present the policy, educational, and public health-related suggestions for improving outcomes and professional collaboration and five key areas for action: (1) increase advocacy efforts, (2) support in terprofessional education and practice, (3) promote oral health education and increase health literacy, (4) increase collaboration with community and school-based oral health care workers, and (5) use of technology to increase access to dental care and health information.
Source: Journal of Public Health Policy - Category: Health Management Source Type: research