Dental care utilization: examining the associations between health services deficits and not having a dental visit in past 12 months

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Findings suggest that a stronger integration of medical and dental care might increase dental care utilization. In addition, persistent disparities in dental care utilization remain for several demographic groups. Targeted interventions offer the promise of helping achieve HP 2020 goals for improved oral health.