Approximately what percentage of the states have full-time dental directors who provide leadership and guidance in the planning, funding, and implementation of oral health promotion programs for the residents of the states they serve?
A) 50%
B) 66%
C) 88%
D) 95%

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State dental directors provide leadership and guidance for the state oral health programs (SOHP). Approximately 88% of state dental directors are full time, representing a significant increase in the number of states with full-time dental directors in the last decade. In addition to the state dental directors, SOHPs employ regional dental directors, public health educators, clinical dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants who provide oral health services to underserved populations.

Approximately What Percentage of the States Have Full-Time Dental Directors