oral health workforce

Learn how dental care in community health centers is scaling in 2026, including funding changes, workforce challenges, and strategies to integrate oral health into primary care and expand access efficiently.

Over the last 60 days, major partnerships and local successes have accelerated oral health integration in community health centers. Explore how the NACHC–CareQuest partnership, state oral health workforce plans and community collaborations are reshaping access, and learn practical strategies for health center leaders.

Learn how community health centers can tackle the oral health workforce shortage through expanded roles, teledentistry, digital tools and policy advocacy—while improving outcomes.