Dental Health Workforce Shortage and Medicaid Access
Chautauqua County
Summary
Chautauqua County faces a severe shortage of dentists relative to its population, alongside acute barriers for Medicaid-insured children needing dental care. The health department is partnering with the Chautauqua Health Network and local providers to bolster dental hygienist training and mobile dental services.
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Last discussed Mar 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Supported by a $25,000 sub-award from the Chautauqua Health Network originating from federal HRSA funding.
Low-income families and thousands of Medicaid-insured school children lacking adequate dental care access.
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