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The American Dental Association finds Native Americans have significantly higher rates of oral disease. There is usually adequate access to dental care, but many Native people don’t know how or where to go. It’s Dental Hygiene Awareness Month—a good time to review the basics of oral health care. We’ll talk with dental experts about why oral dental health is important for your overall health.
Guests:
Dr. Daniel Huber (Quinault) – dental consultant for the Phoenix Area Indian Health Service
Elaine Sanchez – director of the Albuquerque Area Dental Support Center and dental hygienist
Break 1 music: Honoring The Homeland (song) Radmilla & Herman Cody (artist) Shi Kéyah (album)
Break 2 music: The Real People (song) RiverFlowz (artist) RiverFlowz (album)
