Knowledge About Food Insecurity Among Dental Practitioners: Preliminary Findings From the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network

Oral health can be influenced by social determinants. This article explores the thoughts of dental practitioners and how food insecurity can affect oral health. A five-question survey was used and 332 dental practitioners responded. The gained new insight on knowledge from dental practitioners and food insecurity on oral health. 

HESPA III Competences included:

5.1.5 |Adv| Select a research design model and the types of data to be collected. 

6.1.1 |Entry| Identify social determinants and/or drivers related to health disparities for which advocacy is required.  

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