Why disparities in dental care persist for African-Americans even when they have insurance coverage
Friday, June 17, 2011 - 18:30
in Health & Medicine
African-Americans receive poorer dental care than white Americans, even when they have some dental insurance coverage. To better understand why this is so, researchers surveyed African-American adults with recent oral health symptoms, including toothaches and gum disease. Their findings provide insights into why disparities persist even among those with dental insurance and suggest strategies to removing barriers to dental care.