Leadership
The creation of the Gary and Mary West Senior Dental Center.
The creation of the Gary and Mary West Senior Dental Center.
Watch the video of KUSI’s live interview of patients and Dr. Karen Becerra at the Gary and Mary West Senior Dental Center
KPBS visited the Gary and Mary West Senior Dental Center when it opened. Please watch the video here.
Poor oral health is a significant public health issue for seniors in San Diego and across the nation. As Baby Boomers retire and people live longer, access to affordable dental care becomes more difficult.
Dental problems are a significant public health problem in America, particularly for low-income seniors.
Maintaining a healthy mouth in a few easy steps
The Journal of Emergency Medicine publication
Despite major advances in dentistry and the ability to prevent many oral healthcare issues, dental disease remains a significant and widespread public health problem in America.