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Shivani Karre
BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA
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Radhika Thakkar
BDS, MPH Graduate Medical Education (GME) Residency Program. Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
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Jitesh V Pimpale
DDS, MDS (Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry), B.D.S Dental Director Community Health Systems, Beloit, WI, USA
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Amelia David
BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA
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Megha Sheth
BDS, MS, Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
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Amritpreet Kaur
BDS, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
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Keywords:
Social determinants of health, Socio-economic status, Vulnerable population, Health Disparities, Dental Caries, Periodontal Disease, Oral Cancer, Oral Health Literacy, Access to Dental Care, Under-Served Population
Abstract
Oral health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being, yet millions of people around the world face significant barriers in accessing adequate oral health care. Vulnerable and underserved populations, including low-income individuals, minorities, the elderly, and those with disabilities, are disproportionately affected by oral health disparities. In this article, we will explore the evidence surrounding oral health care for these populations
and discuss the importance of addressing these disparities. To address oral health disparities, evidence-based policy recommendations are essential to ensure equitable access to oral health care for all populations.
Author Biographies
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Shivani Karre, BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA
BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA.
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Radhika Thakkar, BDS, MPH Graduate Medical Education (GME) Residency Program. Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
Radhika Thakkar, BDS, MPH Graduate Medical Education (GME) Residency Program. Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA.
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Jitesh V Pimpale, DDS, MDS (Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry), B.D.S Dental Director Community Health Systems, Beloit, WI, USA
DDS, MDS (Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry), B.D.S Dental Director Community Health Systems, Beloit, WI, USA.
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Amelia David, BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA
BDS, MS, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA, USA.
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Megha Sheth, BDS, MS, Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
BDS, MS, Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA.
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Amritpreet Kaur, BDS, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
BDS, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA.
