Maine's current shortage of dentists and dental hygienists will become a larger problem unless more students enter the profession, according to the University of New England dental hygiene clinic.
"The need for increased access to dental care is great in Maine. Every county in Maine comes up short when it comes to providing dental care." said Kneka Smith, UNE's Associate Dean for Planning. "Poor oral health is associated with health conditions such as stroke, heart disease, diabetes and risks for women who are pregnant."
U.S. Health and Human Services data show over 220,000 Mainers are dealing with a shortage of dentists in....