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Friday, September 18, 2009 9:08 AM

State could see shortage of dental professionals in near future

By Vickie Moss, Herald Public Affairs Editor

Rural areas in Kansas could see a serious shortage of dental professionals in the next three to five years, according to a new report from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Franklin County was not listed as an area with a shortage of dental professionals.

Anderson County, however, is included as an area with a shortage of dentists that accept Medicaid patients.

However, the state health department said small and rural communities often have challenges recruiting dentists and their staffs. Many people report transportation and economic reasons as why they do not receive dental care, the report read.

“Dentists and dental hygienists are essential to public health efforts in Kansas. They not only treat and prevent dental diseases, but also participate in prevention and wellness efforts, such as tobacco cessation and nutritional counseling,” Dr. Jason Eberhart-Phillips, State Health Officer and Director of Health at KDHE, said.

See Saturday’s Herald for comments from local dentists, as well as a look at concerns about the number of primary care physicians in light of health care reform proposals.

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State could see shortage of dental professionals in near future

By Vickie Moss, Herald Public Affairs Editor

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