Advocacy

The regular preventive care of the teeth and gums is important in maintaining quality of life and overall health, playing a role in controlling diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Yet, rural communities often lack adequate oral healthcare and miss out on the benefits of good oral health. This can be due to challenges rural communities face such as access to dental care, oral health literacy, oral health equipment and resources, and susceptibility to tobacco use. We encourage you to utilize the following advocacy materials and external resources when you are advocating for rural oral health!