14个州的牙科治疗师正在改善对得不到充分服务的社区的护理,减少牙齿提取。 Dental therapists in 14 states are improving care for underserved communities, reducing tooth extractions.
牙科治疗师正在帮助弥合美国14个州服务不足社区的牙科护理差距,重点是诸如填充和简单提取等预防性护理。 Dental therapists are helping bridge the gap in dental care for underserved communities in 14 U.S. states, focusing on preventive care like fillings and simple extractions. 这些专业人员经过2至4年的培训后,与牙医一起工作。 These professionals, with two to four years of training, work alongside dentists. 研究表明,它们改善了对接受医疗补助者的预防性护理,减少了牙齿提取量。 Research shows they have improved preventive care and reduced tooth extractions for Medicaid recipients. 专家建议养成健康习惯,例如用氟化牙膏刷牙和减少食糖摄入,以保持良好的口腔健康。 Experts recommend healthy habits like brushing with fluoride toothpaste and reducing sugar intake to maintain good oral health.