Establishes the "Oral Health Equity Act" to improve access to dental care for low-income and underserved populations in New Jersey.
The "Oral Health Equity Act" aims to address the lack of access to oral health care in New Jersey, particularly for low-income and underserved communities. The bill establishes an oral health equity program through agreements with community oral health centers, which include federally qualified health centers, dental homes, and acute care hospitals providing dental services. These centers must provide comprehensive dental care, including an initial exam, cleaning, caries risk assessment, and a one-year treatment plan.
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