State of Decay: Rural Areas in America Are at a Tooth Loss

Describes challenges facing rural communities related to oral health, including dental care access and lack of fluoridation in public drinking water systems, and the oral health disparities that impact rural areas in Appalachia and the Delta region. Highlights the perspectives of rural dentists and researchers as well as efforts at the local level to address oral health issues.

Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - October 18, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news