by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Recognized by leading public health and dental organizations as one of the most successful and cost-effective public health initiatives in history, community water fluoridation has protected Louisiana families from tooth decay for decades — making preventive dental...
by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Recognized by leading public health and dental organizations as one of the most successful and cost-effective public health initiatives in history, community water fluoridation has protected Nebraska families from tooth decay for decades — making preventive dental...
by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Allowing the licensure of dental therapists will help address Florida’s provider shortage, expand access to care, and enable dentists to handle more complicated procedures. This fact sheet from CareQuest Institute and the Florida Dental Hygienists’ Association...
by Darren Edwards | Dec 4, 2025 | Journal Article
This study, led by researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University and CareQuest Institute, analyzes whether distinct groups or “archetypes” of individuals more frequently experience discrimination and microaggressions in the dental setting — and how those...
by Darren Edwards | Dec 3, 2025 | Tool
These case studies explore the policy journey of five states to strengthen their Medicaid adult dental benefits — from emergency-only to comprehensive benefits — including their challenges, strategies, and successes. Each case study includes key lessons that advocates...
by Darren Edwards | Nov 17, 2025 | Publication
Incorporating HbA1c screening into dental practices offers a valuable opportunity to identify patients with undiagnosed diabetes and prediabetes, especially among those who may not regularly seek medical care. This resource from CareQuest Institute outlines the...
