Indiana faces dental workforce shortages, with 68% of its counties designated as Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). This shortage impacts access to essential oral health services for many residents. The Bowen Center for Health Workforce reviewed the current state of dental health professionals in Indiana, comparing it with neighboring states, and examines the potential of the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact to address these workforce shortages. Discover how interstate compacts could enhance mobility and reduce regulatory barriers for dental professionals.
Click here to read the full report and learn more about the dental health workforce in Indiana.
