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Editorial: Oral health care for vulnerable and underserved populations

Year: 2025

Type: editorial

Abstract: In the shadow of modern dentistry’s technological achievements lies a troubling reality: millions of vulnerable individuals face significant barriers to basic oral healthcare, which in turns have a direct effect on their quality of life. These disparities represent not just a clinical challenge but a social justice issue demanding our collective attention

Source: Carolina Digital Repository (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)

DOI: 10.17615/61ge-pg44

Authors: Modesto, Adriana, Ribeiro, Apoena Aguiar

Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Language: English

Topic: Dental Health and Care Utilization

Subfield: Periodontics

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4416219336

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