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No, it's not just sugary food that's responsible for poor oral health in America's children, especially in Appalachia

  • Written by Daniel W. McNeil, Eberly Distiniguished Professor Emeritus, Clinical Professor Emeritus of Dental Public Health & Professional Practice, West Virginia University
No, it's not just sugary food that's responsible for poor oral health in America's children, especially in AppalachiaTooth decay can cause pain, embarrassment, missed school and more.Olga Simonova/EyeEm via Getty Images

Brushing your teeth is essential for maintaining optimal oral health, but like most aspects of health, the full story is more complicated.

As directors of the Center for Oral Health Research in Appalachia, weknow firsthand that inequalities exist...

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