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Date Available
4-23-2026
Year of Publication
2026
Document Type
Graduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
College
Public Health
Department/School/Program
Public Health
Faculty
Dr. Paula Arnett
Abstract
Oral health disparities remain a major public health issue in the United States, particularly in rural Kentucky, with barriers such as limited access to preventive dental services, transportation, and insurance coverage contributing to delayed treatment and worsening oral health outcomes. In response, the proposed Rural Oral Health Access Coordination Program aims to improve care access by strengthening referral systems, integrating oral health screenings into public health settings, and enhancing care coordination for high-risk populations. The program intends to focus on the Kentucky River District Health Department Region, connecting individuals to existing services rather than providing direct clinical care. Expected outcomes include increased dental visit completion rates and reduced delays in care, ultimately helping to reduce disparities.
Recommended Citation
Luu, Anna, "Rural Oral Health Access Coordination Program Proposal" (2026). Theses and Dissertations--Public Health (M.P.H. & Dr.P.H.). 493.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/cph_etds/493
