Oral Health Data Gaps and Needs in North Carolina

N C Med J. 2024 Aug;85(6):377-379. doi: 10.18043/001c.125125.

Abstract

Effective oral health-related policymaking and program implementation rely on comprehensive, accurate, and timely data. This commentary will address the lack of data available and the need for a robust data dashboard, in addition to the importance of community water fluoridation.

Keywords: North Carolina; Patrick Roberson; health care; health data; health policy; oral health; water fluoridation.

MeSH terms

  • Fluoridation
  • Health Policy
  • Humans
  • North Carolina
  • Oral Health*