Exploring Systemic Challenges in the Western North Carolina Dental Safety Net: A Qualitative Analysis
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Description
Describes experiences of individuals working within the western North Carolina dental safety net, to identify barriers and strategies required to strengthen delivery of oral healthcare in high-need rural areas. Based on interviews with 17 oral health stakeholders between June-August 2024.
Author(s)
Blaire Mirmow, Bill Milner, Nadia Laniado
Citation
Journal of Appalachian Health, 8(1), 42-59.
Date
04/2026
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· Appalachia
· Dental workforce
· Health disparities
· Oral health
· Public health
· North Carolina