GAO Report: Dental Disease Is a Chronic Problem Among Low-Income Populations

Poor oral health afflicts many low-income and other vulnerable populations. Analysis of key dental health indicators—including untreated tooth decay and restricted activity days for children and untreated tooth decay and tooth loss for adults—showed large disparities between lowincome groups and their higher-income counterparts. Many vulnerable populations, including homeless people, minorities, and some rural residents, face similar problems.