Two-Thirds of Utah Children Have Tooth Decay
2016-12-14
According to a report from the Utah Department of Health (UDOH), 66% of children between the ages of 6 and 9 years in the state
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About a Third of American Adults Skip Dental Care Due to Costs
2016-12-02
While more Americans now have health insurance, cost remains a particular barrier to oral care, according to the Commonwealth Fund. The private foundation recently conducted
The Top Three Reasons Why Kids Don’t See the Dentist
2016-11-01
Cost, a belief that the child “doesn’t really need to go,” and a lack of time are the top 3 reasons why parents in Victoria,
Community Care Reduces Dental Visits to the Emergency Room
2016-10-19
As low-income and other disadvantaged patients find limited access to dental care, many of them turn to their local emergency room (ER) for help when
Experts Call for Global Targets in Reducing Antibiotic Usage
2016-08-24
The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could reduce or even eliminate the effectiveness of many common medications, putting people’s health and lives at risk.
Diverse Populations Face Oral Care Barriers Despite Awareness
2016-08-22
Diverse communities have a stronger sense of responsibility when it comes to oral health issues and report more frequent brushing, flossing, and mouthwash use than