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January 04, 2022

Is US dental care just for rich people?

Can poor people get dental care in the US?

Let’s unpack the New Yorker article = How Do You Get Dental Care When You Can’t Afford It?

Poor residents of Philadelphia are unable to afford basic dental care

Mission of Mercy is providing FREE dental care through ‘dental fairs’

People start lining up at 4:00am in the morning..the need is so great

Medicare doesn’t cover dental care except in certain specific circumstances

Medicaid coverage for adults varies from state to state

Dental care is either unavailable or an unaffordable luxury - Mission Mercy quote

When confidence is measured by a smile…when you cannot afford basic dental care it causes pain & suffering

*disclaimer* this is not dental advice - this is meant for information purposes only and is not intended to be dental advice or instructions for dental diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with your dentist or a qualified dental professional before starting or changing dental treatment.

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