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The Santa Fe Group is driven by a passion for improving lives through Oral Health.
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Health Equity
Discover our commitment to promoting oral health equity for seniors. Learn about our efforts to ensure fair and equal access to oral health care for all older adults.
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Dental - Medical Integration
We are championing legislative reforms and raising awareness about the significance of integrated care models. Explore our ongoing projects to learn how we are shaping public policy and fostering a deeper understanding of the crucial connection between oral and overall health.
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Medicare
By integrating dental care into Medicare, we aim to address the critical gaps in health services that affect millions of older adults, improving their overall well-being and quality of life. Join us in advocating for a more inclusive health care system that recognizes the essential role of oral health in achieving true health equity for our nation’s seniors.
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Coalition for Oral Health Policy
Driving systemic change in oral health through equitable, community-driven, and evidence-based advocacy.
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Publications
Dentistry: Our Sustainable Future
Authors: Nader A. Nadershahi, DDS, MBS, EdD; and David M. Ojcius, PhD
Availability of Dental Benefits Within Medicare Advantage Plans by Enrollment and County
Authors: Lisa Simon, MD, DMD; Marko Vujicic, PhD; Kamyar Nasseh, PhD
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Advancing Oral Health Across the Lifespan
Access the valuable resources from the recent Advancing Oral Health Across the Lifespan workshop, hosted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. This event brought together experts to explore key issues and innovative solutions in oral health.
Innovating Dental Education in 2025: Interdisciplinary Insights and Digital Strategies
The future of dental education lies at the intersection of technology and collaboration. Explore how emerging technologies and innovative teaching strategies can prepare your students for a rapidly evolving dental landscape.
2025 AIDPH Colloquium
The theme for the 2025 Colloquium is “Dental Care as a Human Right: Advancing Oral Health Justice Through Community Empowerment.”
Strategic Advisory Council
The members of the SAC play an instrumental role in helping not only to shape the policies and strategic direction of the Santa Fe Group but also to catalyze important enhancements in health care for public good.
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