Disparities in Oral Healthcare Access Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

The U.S. has experienced very high numbers of positive COVID-19 cases, along with unemployment rates during the pandemic. Similarly, on a global level, pandemic resulted in an increase rate, loss insurance and overall adverse social impact. In sector, there been huge gap supply demand; this especially apparent healthcare industry. had significant negative impact high-contact industries, including dentistry. Causative factors have included distancing, shortage professionals due to unemployment. result void preventative oral health services. Limited information disproportionate access healthcare, corresponding is available. This study was designed investigate disparities amidst economic crisis rise