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24 - Decolonization and Oral Health: A Literature Review

Friday, May 22, 2026
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM PST
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Abstract: Decolonization and Oral Health: A Literature Review



Haase C B & Ninh L

Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO




Purpose: Decolonizing dentistry is an invitation to consider paradigm shifts in the delivery of oral health care and education by exploring existing frameworks for decolonizing oral health systems, and analyzing potential ways to establish equitable oral health care.

Methods: Qualitative Literature Review. Research databases were searched for relevant articles that fit established inclusion and exclusion criteria. 60 articles reviewed, and 12 included in the literature review.

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Results: Decolonization answers a call for inclusive equitable dental care infrastructure in the United States, and globally. Globalization of healthcare is happening, and considering our connection to the land, earth, and rest of the world in the health care value system is necessary. Four key themes to decolonization framework are essential: Cultural Safety, Respect & Trust, Trauma Informed Care, Community Centered Policy & Advocacy

Conclusion: The importance of global health equity for all humans comes to the forefront as a top issue. Decolonization of health systems, specifically dental infrastructure, could provide effective solutions to healthy equity disparities faced by Indigenous and marginalized communities. Indigenous people and communities must be included in dental research, education, and health delivery to achieve oral health equity. Further research is vital.

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