Oral Health Disparities: A Perspective From the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

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The author discusses improvements in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases in the U.S. despite significant oral health disparities. Topics include the tendency for dental caries and periodontal disease to be the most common health problems afflicting disadvantaged and underserved communities, research on oral health disparities by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), and the need for interdisciplinary efforts to address oral health disparities.