Oral Healthcare Challenges in Prisons: Barriers & Solutions

Posted: September 9, 2025
A recent qualitative study explores the challenges and opportunities in delivering oral healthcare in correctional facilities. The study, conducted from March to June 2023, involved interviews with fifteen participants, including prison health experts, staff, healthcare providers, and former inmates. The research identified key barriers such as organizational and individual obstacles, along with facilitating factors like funding, community partnerships, and education. Improving oral health services in prisons is crucial for incarcerated individuals' well-being and successful reintegration into society, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive healthcare during confinement for long-term public health benefits.

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