How a sisterhood of dentists is expanding public health across Metro Detroit

2/16/26

A collective of African American women dentists delivers public health care, mentorship, and trust to underserved patients across Detroit, Wayne County, and Macomb County. 

Health equity, representation drive Detroit dentist's mission

2/6/26

Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care. 

The Davies Project expands care by connecting families to oral health

1/5/26

With Delta Dental Foundation’s support, The Davies Project, based in Lansing, removes transportation barriers, helping families access dental care as well as critical medical appointments for seriously and chronically ill children and expectant women. 

How one school system bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs

12/3/25

Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class. 

Dental hygienists hit the road to expand oral care

10/27/25

Three hygienists across Michigan use foundation-funded vans to deliver preventive dental care to underserved children and families. 

Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care

9/24/25

Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care. 

Greater Dayton School integrates health care to boost student success

8/30/25

The Greater Dayton School combines academics with on-site medical, dental, and mental health services, helping under-resourced students thrive and succeed. 

Childhood exam motivates dental hygienist who cares for rural kids

8/12/25

Inspired by a school nurse, Lynda Gregorini now provides dental care and career mentoring to students in rural Michigan schools. 

NEOMED launches dental program to improve statewide oral health access

8/5/25

NEOMED's new Bitonte College of Dentistry will embed dental students in Ohio communities to improve access and address shortages in rural and urban oral health care. 

Ohio hygienist trains future workforce through outreach role

7/28/25

Justin Nance blends teaching and patient care to combat workforce shortages and inspire the next generation of dental hygienists in Ohio. 

How an Indiana hygienist inspires careers, expands access as an industry ambassador

7/22/25

Hali Householder helps recruit future dental hygienists and promotes whole-body health through a pioneering workforce initiative tackling care shortages. 

Cincinnati's school dental clinics bring relief to thousands

6/23/25

Serving 24,000 patients annually, the Cincinnati Health Department dental program brings year-round care to students and community patients through an innovative public-private partnership. 

New high school dental program quickly fills workforce gaps

5/29/25

Walker Career Center trains teens for dental careers, tackling workforce shortages and helping underserved students access well-paying, high-demand health care jobs. 

Dental aid helps cancer patients regain health and dignity

5/21/25

HNC Living Foundation provides dental care, nutrition, and support to head and neck cancer patients facing financial and treatment challenges. 

Cherry Health's Belknap Commons Dental Center eases dental emergency burden

4/30/25

Cherry Health’s Grand Rapids Belknap clinic offers urgent dental care in the evenings, reducing ER visits and improving access for underserved and working patients. 

Indiana nonprofit's oral health program reaches 39 states

4/25/25

McMillen Health’s Brush program equips families and educators with easy-to-understand oral health tools, transforming access in underserved communities. 

Breaking barriers: Dr. Jessica Rickert inspires Native dentists

3/31/25

Jessica Rickert, DDS, the first American Indian female dentist, advocates for oral health equity and inspires Native youth through mentorship and representation. 

How an unused dental chair sparked an inclusive clinic at a Cleveland juvenile detention center

2/17/25

MedWish Medworks turned an unused dental chair into inclusive dentistry for youth at Cuyahoga Juvenile Detention Center, providing critical care for long-neglected health needs. 

Inclusive dentistry: Transforming access for patients with disabilities

1/20/25

Three Centers for Inclusive Dentistry in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio use specialized training, sensory-friendly tools, and tailored approaches to provide accessible dental care for all patients. 

New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities

12/6/24

A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.