Understanding Dental Care Accessibility

What are some reasons why basic dental care is inaccessible to many Americans?

• Excessive dental care options

• Dentist offices being too far away

• Overabundance of dental insurance

• Lack of interest in dental health

What serious health issues can arise from untreated dental problems?

• Skin conditions and allergies

• Heart disease and respiratory infections

• Diabetes and hypertension

• Vision problems and hearing loss

How do dental therapists like Cristy Joe Pulgatti contribute to dental care?

• They only provide care to children

• They work under a dentist's supervision to provide care

• They perform surgeries independently

• They replace dentists in rural areas

Which groups of people do dental therapists primarily serve?

• Only children

• Only seniors

• Underserved populations including children, pregnant women, veterans, and seniors

• Only veterans

What is the impact of dental therapists in states like Minnesota and Alaska?

• They have reduced the need for dental insurance

• They have increased access to dental care for thousands

• They have decreased the number of dental clinics

• They have made dental care more expensive