Shortage of Dental Hygienists Deepens Barriers to Access in Montana
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Montana residents, particularly those with low incomes and limited job flexibility, continue to face daunting obstacles in accessing dental care. A 2018 report by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services highlights the scope of the problem, revealing that 23.4% of Montanans earning less than $15,000 annually have not seen a dentist in more than 5 years.
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