Oral Health Data
Public health data systems provide information for decision-making. The systems routinely collect information on oral health outcomes, risk factors and intervention strategies for the whole or part of the population in an area.
The Missouri Oral Health Data System consists of the categories listed below.
Dental Clinic Distribution in Underserved Missouri Counties
Optimizing Dental Clinic Distribution in Underserved Missouri Counties Using Location-Allocation Geospatial Analysis. This data brief explores the use of geospatial analysis utilization in strategic planning to help reduce disparities in dental care access and treatment. To request a copy of this data brief, email oralhealth@health.mo.gov and a copy will be provided.
Children Oral Health Data
School-Based Sealant (SBS) Program: Dental Sealants by the Numbers
SBS demographics and/or results data can be requested at oralhealth@health.mo.gov.
School-Based Preventive Services Program (PSP) data can be requested at oralhealth@health.mo.gov.
The CDC’s Chronic Disease Indicators (CDI) tool provides an index of chronic diseases and risk factors, including oral health.