This scoping review highlights the high prevalence of untreated dental disease in incarcerated youth, suggesting a significant need for dental care.
Research regarding the oral health of incarcerated children and adolescents is sparse and lacks standardised methodologies. The available data indicate a high prevalence of untreated dental disease in these populations and an unmet need for general dental care and potential need for specialist-level dental care in youth detention settings.
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