National Network for Oral Health Access envisions a future in which individuals and communities are aware of the importance of oral health to overall health, engage in recommended oral health practices, and receive affordable, high quality oral health services. Achieving this vision requires everyone to have access to care, regardless of income or geography.
Mission:
To improve the oral health of underserved populations and contribute to overall health through leadership, advocacy, and support to oral health providers in safety-net systems.
Values:
• Oral health is integrated with primary care.
• Evidence-based dental disease management models are in place.
• Every Health Center has an oral health program.
• Oral health providers have the information, education, skills, resources, and support they need to deliver efficient, high quality services.
• They value collaboration with other entities as they pursue their vision.