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Explore our blog to find the stories, perspectives, and ideas that paint a picture of progress and change in oral health.
A Snapshot of the Oral Health in America Report 
Oral Health in America: Advances and Challenges, a follow-up to the Surgeon General’s Report on Oral Health in America in 2000, was released in...
Exploring Oral Health Care Spending over a Life Span
CareQuest Institute for Oral Health researchers recently published an article in the Journal of the American Dental Association that offers one...
Voices from the Field: LaVette C. Henderson on the Path Ahead for the Diverse Dental Society
Last month, the Diverse Dental Society (DDS) announced LaVette C. Henderson, CMP, HMCC, FACD, as its new president for 2022. The former executive...
Looking to the Future of Black History Month
Black History Month, first recognized during the celebration of the United States Bicentennial in 1976, gives us the chance to look back on the...
Three Reasons Why Adults on Medicaid Need Dental Coverage
Medicaid — the health care program jointly funded by states and the federal government to provide comprehensive health care services to 75...
Voices that Helped Shape Oral Health in 2021
In 2021, we created a series of blog posts that highlights individuals who are working to improve the oral health system. From providers and...
The Path to Improving Oral Health Care for Veterans
When Bosco Jerez returned from Iraq, he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and dental care wasn’t his top priority. “During...
Promising Opportunities to Support Veteran Oral Health
Roughly 19 million veterans live in the US, comprising about 6% of the total population. Those veterans are more likely to experience worse oral...
The Five Most Popular Publications of 2021
Research is one of five Areas of Activation at CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. It’s an integral part of our strategy to improve the oral...
Voices from the Field: Dr. Scott Howell on Why Teledentistry Isn’t a Fad
Scott Howell, DMD, MPH, is an associate professor and director of public health dentistry and teledentistry at A.T. Still University-Arizona...
Why These Two Providers Believe Teledentistry Is Here to Stay
For Dr. Mina Paul and Dr. Brianna Hillier, teledentistry has been an invaluable addition to their daily work. “Teledentistry is here to stay, and...
Four Common Questions (and Answers) about Value-Based Care
One thing is clear about the dental industry’s transition to value-based care: There are a lot of questions: What is value-based care? Are...