Key Indian Health Issues: Oral Disease

Internet URL

http://www.npaihb.org/health_issues/dental_health/  

Sponsoring Agency

Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board

Description

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) carry a disproportionate burden of oral disease. There is a tremendous backlog of dental treatment needs among AI/AN dental patients in all age groups.

Related Topics

Alaska Native Health American Indian Health Community-Based Programs Oral Health

Review Date

9/30/2007